Manual Machinist

Job Title:

2nd shift Manual Machinist

As a Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for machining parts for rotating equipment such as pumps, shafts, couplings, rings, cases, turbines, and valves using manual mills and lathes. You will primarily work with steel and stainless steel, operating within a tolerance of down to .5 1000's of an inch. This role requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in manual machining.

• Machine parts for rotating equipment using manual mills and lathes.
• Operate lathes and mills with precision.
• Work primarily with steel and stainless steel materials.
• Ensure machining is within a tolerance of .5 1000's of an inch.
• Read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Utilize tools such as calipers, micrometers, and drill presses effectively.

• 4+ years of experience in manual machining.
• Proficiency in operating manual lathes and mills.
• Ability to machine pump components including shafts, sleeves, rings, impellers, heads, and casings.
• Skilled in using calipers, micrometers, and blueprint reading.

• Experience with vertical turret lathes (VTL) and horizontal boring mills (HBM) is highly desirable.
• Strong job tenure is a plus.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with critical illness, accident, and hospital plans. We also provide a 401(k) Retirement Plan with both pre‑tax and post‑tax contributions, voluntary life insurance, AD&D for employees and dependents, and both short and long‑term disability coverage. Additional perks include a Health Spending Account, transportation benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and generous time off including PTO, vacation, or sick leave.

The work schedule is from 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM, Monday through Thursday, with some variability on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for emergencies, which are compensated at double time. The shop is an indoor, climate‑controlled environment. Employees receive 8 holidays and 2 floating holidays, along with a 4% match on the 401(k) plan.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Orleans, LA.

The pay range for this position is $34.00‑$40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth/post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in New Orleans, LA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 1, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry — from short‑term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long‑term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges.

Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people‑are‑everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.