Manual Machinist – Lathe & VTL – Day Shift

At a Glance

Company:  Confidential Central Texas Machine Shop

Location:

Near Waco, TX (On-Site)
Job Type:  Full-Time
Pay Range:  $28.00 – $30.00 per hour (based on experience)

Shift:  Day Shift | Monday–Friday
Overtime:  Available as needed
Experience Level:  Mid to Senior (3+ years manual machining experience)
Work Authorization:  Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Apply Link:  Apply directly through hireCNC

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- Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to steady repair, rebuild, and custom machining work at a growing Central Texas machining and fabrication facility.

This position plays a key role in producing and restoring precision metal components using manual equipment. The shop is looking for a true manual machinist — someone who can take a blueprint and raw material and independently produce an accurate finished part without constant direction.

If you take pride in craftsmanship and enjoy solving machining problems on your own, this is the kind of role built for you.

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- The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Operate manual engine lathes, mills, and Vertical Turret Lathes (VTLs)

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders

Set up machines independently and select appropriate tooling

Machine new parts from raw material to finished specification

Perform repair and modification work on worn or damaged components

Monitor dimensions and maintain quality throughout the machining process

Complete jobs efficiently while maintaining safety standards

Manage your workflow and prioritize tasks to meet production deadlines

This role requires independence and accountability — you will be expected to deliver finished, accurate parts with minimal supervision.

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- Machines & Equipment

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

Manual engine lathes

Manual mills

Vertical Turret Lathes (VTLs)

Inspection Tools:

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Gauges

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- Materials You’ll Work With

Mild steel

Alloy steel

Industrial repair components

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- What We’re Looking For

Required:

3+ years of experience as a Manual Machinist

Strong proficiency operating manual lathes and mills

Experience with Vertical Turret Lathes (VTLs)

Ability to read and interpret blueprints independently

Strong understanding of machine setup, tooling, and repair techniques

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Must provide and maintain your own precision measuring tools

Preferred:

Experience in a job shop or industrial repair environment

Technical or trade school training

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- Why Machinists Like Working Here

True manual machining — not just loading parts

Independent, self-managed work environment

Steady workload

Straightforward day shift schedule

Opportunity to work on a variety of custom and repair jobs

Shop that values skill, accountability, and craftsmanship

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- Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range:  $28.00 – $30.00 per hour (DOE)

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | Day Shift
On-site only (approximately 40 miles east of Waco, TX)

Overtime:  Available as needed

Benefits details provided during interview process.

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- Apply

Interested Manual Machinists can apply directly through hire

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