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Manual Lathe Machinist | 1st Shift Opportunity at Master Machining, Inc.
Schedule: Full-Time | 1st Shift
About Us
Proudly serving our clients for over 40 years, we continue to expand thanks to long-term contracts and a reputation for precision and reliability. As we continue to grow, we've invested in brand-new, state-of-the-art machines and are expanding our team with skilled professionals who take pride in craftsmanship, innovation, and quality. If you're looking for a place where your expertise is valued, your ideas matter, and your work makes a real impact, we'd love to have you on our team.
Why Master Machining?
At Master Machining, we're more than just a workplace, we're a family. You'll be surrounded by experienced machinists who take pride in mentoring others, leaders who value your input, and an environment built on respect, teamwork, and precision. With new equipment, competitive pay, and a supportive culture, you'll have everything you need to build a rewarding career.
What We Offer
• - Competitive hourly pay from $26-$40/hr, based on experience
• - Consistent 40-50 hour work weeks with overtime available
• - 401(k) with company match after one year of service
• - Quarterly "Earned Days" program - earn paid time off for consistent attendance
• - Yearly reviews
• - Paid birthday off every year
Health & Wellness
• - Medical insurance (company pays up to $460/month toward individual coverage)
• - Option to decline coverage and receive an additional $1.65/hour in pay
• - Dental and vision coverage available
Time Off & Recognition
• - 8 paid holidays, plus Veterans Day off (with pay) for all who served
• - 40 hours paid vacation after one year, increasing with tenure
• - Catered Veteran's Day lunch to honor our military team members
• - Opportunities for long-term growth and cross-training
Sign-On Bonus Available

• Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $3,500 based on experience, technical skills, certifications, and overall qualifications. Bonus eligibility and amount are determined during the hiring process

Your Role
As a Manual Lathe Machinist, you will operate manual lathe machines to produce precision components that meet exact specifications. You'll use technical skill and experience to ensure accuracy, consistency, and craftsmanship in every part, while contributing to the quality and reputation that define Master Machining.
Your Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate various manual lathe machines
• Read and interpret blueprints, job tickets, and technical drawings
• Verify that parts meet all print specifications using precision measuring tools
• Perform regular machine maintenance and monitor tool wear
• Load, indicate, and secure parts accurately to fixtures
• Work efficiently to meet production timelines and maintain quality standards
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to ensure workflow efficiency

What We're Looking For:

• 3-5 years of hands-on manual lathe experience
• Strong knowledge of manual machining processes and tolerances
• Skilled in measurement tools and blueprint reading
• Ability to work with large and small components
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and quality-driven
• Willingness to work overtime or occasional Saturdays when needed

Current List of Our Machines:
• Haas ST-40 4" Bar, 25.5" Chucking
• Doosan TT2100SYYB 3" Bar, 9" Chucking, • Twin Turret with Bar Feeder
• Mori-Seiki Fronteir LII 10" x 24" • Haas SL-10 with Bar Loader, 1-5/8" capacity
• Tsugami-TMA8F Multi Axis Turning Center with Bar Feeder
• Tsugami-M08SY Live Tooling & Sub Spindle with Bar Feeder (3)
• Tsugami-M08SY Live Tooling and Sub Spindle with Gantry Loader • Haas VF 2 SS w/4 axis (3) 30" x 16" x 20"
• Haas VF 3 SSYT w/4 axis (2) 40" x 26" x 25"
• Haas VF 3 SSYT w/5 axis (2) 40" x 26" x 25"
• Haas VF 10 32" x 120" x 30"
• Haas EC-400 PP Horizontal 6 Pallet Pool 22" x 25" x 22
• Timemaster Super AT Lathe 40" x 120"
• Clausing-Metosa Engine Lathe 24" x 108"
• Clausing Colchester Lathe 15" x 40" (2)
• Acer 3VKH E-Mill Vertical Milling Machine
• Acer 3VK Ultima Vertical Milling Machine (3)
• Tsugami BN-20 w/6th axis 20 MM Dia
• Tsugami B012-III w/4th axis 12 MM Dia.
• Tsugami S206-II w/6th axis 20 MM Dia.
• Supertech 618 Automatic Surface Grinder 6" x 18"
• O.D. Grinder 14" x 22"
• Agie-Charrmilles F1 440 CCS
• Climate Controlled QC Lab
• Brown & Sharpe CMM DCC ONE 7.7.5 28"m x 28" x 20"
• Brown & Sharpe Micro-Hite 900 (2)
• Mitutoyo PH-A14 Optical Comparator w/DRO
• J & L PC-14-A Optical Comparator w/DRO
• Mitutoyo 178-561-02A Surftest
• Full Complement of Thread, Ring and Bore Gaging
• Accupress Advantage 177512 Press Brake
• Amada FaB.50 D Press Brake
• National NR4316 Sheet Roller
• Akyapak 1550 Plate Roller
• PEMserter series 2000 w/Feeder
• Shop Sabre 4896 CNC Router
• 351 Syncrowave 350 amp
• Aircrafter 330ST 300 amp
• 250 Syncrowave DX 250 amp
• 200 Dynasty 200 amp
• 350 Dynasty 350 amp
• 400 Dynasty (Miller)
• Millermatic 250 (2)
• Burco/Koco KST-9 Stud
• Trumpf Trulaser 3030 60" x 120" Fully Automated
• Trumpf 2530 48" x 96" Auto Pallet Shuttle System.
• Minilase Pro SE 12" x 12" x 20"
• Cosen C-510MNC Production Band Saw 13" x 20"
• TechniIntel G2 713 78.7" x 157.5"
Apply Now
Ready to take your machining career to the next level? Apply today and join a company where your skill and dedication make all the difference.