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Bollinger Shipyards

1st Class Inside Machinist

Lockport, LA · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Job Title : 1st ClassInside Manual Machinist Location: Lockport, LA Position Overview: An Inside Machinist fabricates machine components such as shafts, rudder stocks, stern tubes, etc., using manual ...

Chipton Ross

Outside Machinist 1st Class

Del Rey, CA · On-site

$40/hr

Prior Shipyard experience a minimum of 4 or more years of experience as an outside machinist. REQUIRED EDUCATION Accredited High School diploma or equivalent. WORK HOURS Full-Time 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift.

Bollinger Shipyards

1st Class Inside Machinist

Lockport, LA · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Job Title : 1st ClassInside Manual Machinist Location: Lockport, LA Position Overview: An Inside Machinist fabricates machine components such as shafts, rudder stocks, stern tubes, etc., using manual ...

Bollinger Shipyards

1st Class Inside Machinist

Lockport, LA · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Job Title : 1st ClassInside Manual Machinist Location: Lockport, LA Position Overview: An Inside Machinist fabricates machine components such as shafts, rudder stocks, stern tubes, etc., using manual ...

B&D Contracting

1st Class Outside Machinist

Lockport, LA · On-site

$26/hr

Outside Machinist Location: Lockport, LA Shift: Day Shift Summary Seeking an Outside Machinist with 1+ year of marine or related experience. This role installs vessel machinery using blueprints and ...

Chipton Ross

Outside Machinist & DOD

Del Rey, CA · On-site

$37.31/hr

Four years commercial/naval experience as a First-Class Machinist. Recommended Skills: * Familiarity with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry. * Installation of hull inserts.

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How much do first class machinist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for first class machinist in the United States is $25.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Are First Class Machinists still in demand?

First Class Machinists are still in demand due to ongoing manufacturing, maintenance, and precision machining needs across various industries. Skilled machinists with certifications and experience operating CNC machines and traditional tools are valued for their technical expertise and problem-solving abilities.

What is a first class machinist?

A first class machinist is a skilled tradesperson responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining machine tools to produce precise metal parts. They typically have advanced knowledge of machining processes, blueprints, and measurement tools, and may hold certifications or licenses demonstrating their expertise. This role often requires experience and proficiency in working with various machining equipment in manufacturing environments.
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Infographic showing various First Class Machinist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,313 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

CNC Setup and Operate Machinist

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Elmira, NY • On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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Description:

Summary Sets up and operates computer numerical control lathes/mills to perform various machine functions such as turning/facing/drilling/milling/reaming/boring/tooth cutting/threading of parts such as castings/forgings/bar stock/other machined parts

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

· Reads/interprets blueprints/planning sheets/sketches/related technical data to determine tooling requirements/set-up procedures/control settings/machining methods/sequences

· Mounts/aligns and secures tooling/attachments and work piece on machine

· Selects/installs required tooling in designated machine positions

· Assembles/presets tooling for next sequence or job during automated cycle in order to minimize machine changeover or down time

· Enters commands to retrieve preprogrammed instructions from database or when necessary modifies existing programs or creates new programs necessary to efficiently produce parts meeting specification/quality requirements

· Calculates/sets machine controls to position tooling in relationship to work piece and to regulate factors such as cutting depth/speed/feed/coolant flow

· Starts machine/monitors displays and machine operation to detect malfunctions

· Operates machine on preliminary dry run before machining first part to detect errors in program/tooling placement

· Manufactures first part/secures first piece approval before commencing production run

· Verifies conformance of finished parts to specs/maintains records required by control plan

· Deburrs all work

· Stops machine to change tools and setup according to required machining sequence or to measure parts for conformance to blueprint specs

· Enters commands or manually adjusts machine controls to correct malfunctions/out-of-tolerance machining

· Operates machine manually to perform non-automated functions/when programming is faulty or machine malfunctions

· Cleans machine/tooling parts/work area at completion of job/end of day

· Performs machine maintenance according to designated schedule

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
  • 5 years’ experience in First Class Machinist capacity