Manual Machine Operator

Overview

Manual Machine Operator – Tucson, AZ

• Location: Tucson, AZ
• Compensation: $20–$28/hour
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular Business Hours)
• Department: Machine Shop
• Reports To: Plant Manager, Production Department

Be among the first to apply. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

We’re looking for a talented Manual Machine Operator to join our production floor. You’ll work with manual lathes, mills, grinders, and Proto Trak systems to bring precision parts to life. From set-up to final inspection, you’ll play a key role in delivering the quality our clients expect.

• Operate manual machines to produce precision components
• Set up jobs and verify dimensions using high-precision tools
• Read and interpret technical blueprints and work instructions
• Select and maintain proper tooling for each job
• Complete documentation accurately (job logs, SPC forms, etc.)
• Collaborate with the team to hit production targets and maintain quality

• High school diploma required; trade school or apprenticeship preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a machine shop environment
• Strong blueprint reading and mechanical problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of machining speeds, feeds, and MIL-SPEC standards
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a typical machine shop setting
• Proficiency in machine shop math and basic trigonometry
• Clear communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

• Competitive pay and full-time stability
• Work with a team that values skill, quality, and collaboration
• Be part of a company with a legacy—and a future
• Opportunities to grow your craft and contribute to something meaningful

If this sounds like the kind of shop you’d be proud to work in, we’d love to hear from you. Send us your resume and tell us a bit about your experience. Let’s build something great—together.