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Prototype Shop Manual Machinist — Lathes and Mills

Job in Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, California, 95053, USA
Listing for: 100Hires, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-10
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, CNC Machinist, Production QC/QA
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Do you live for the perfect cut?

Do you enjoy turning a print into a tightly held, inspection-ready part on a manual lathe or mill? Do you instinctively reach for the right tool, set the right speed, and verify with precision instruments until every feature is spot on? If so, you’ll fit right in.

Role mission

Transform engineering drawings into precision components using manual turning and milling. Own the process from setup through final inspection while upholding safety, quality, and reliability.

Core duties

Set up and operate manual lathes and manual mills to meet drawing and spec requirements

Read and apply blueprints, dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T callouts

Inspect during and after operations using micrometers, calipers, bore/depth gauges, dial indicators, and more Select, stage, and maintain cutting tools, fixtures, and work holding for each job Adjust tooling and machine parameters to maintain dimensional control and surface finish

Perform basic preventive maintenance and assist in troubleshooting equipment issues

Use hand and power tools safely for setups and minor repair tasks

Keep the work cell organized; follow all company safety procedures

Contribute process ideas that improve quality, throughput, or material flow

What sets you up for success5+ years operating manual lathes and mills in a manufacturing or job-shop environment

Proven hands-on competence with manual turning and milling machines

Strength in interpreting engineering drawings and machining specs

Skilled with precision inspection tools: calipers, micrometers, gauges, dial indicators

Working command of tooling selection, feeds/speeds, and close-tolerance practices

Comfort with shop math for measuring and calculating dimensions and offsets

Safe operation of machine tools, hand tools, power tools, fixtures, and shop gear Detail-oriented, reliable, and effective in a fast-moving, team-centric setting

Why you'll enjoy it here Apply your craftsmanship to precision challenges across varied applications, collaborate with talented peers, and continue sharpening your technical edge.

Benefits
401(k) retirement plan Employer 401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time offProficienciesGD&TBlueprint Reading Close-tolerance machining

Machining Manufacturing Precision  machining

Machines & Technologies Manual Lathe Calipers and Micrometers Manual Mill
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