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Union Machine Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $18.75/hr

Job Summary We're looking for a Machine Operator to join the Semco-Tank team! Working closely with the Shift and People Supervisors as well as other Machine Operators, you'll be operating various ...

Job Summary Were looking for a Machine Operator to join the Semco-Tank team! Working closely with the Shift and People Supervisors as well as other Machine Operators, youll be operating various blow ...

Machinist

Seneca Falls, NY · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

Machinist 2nd Shift (Union Pay and Benefits) Hours: 3:30pm-12:00pm Monday - Friday OT as needed Education: High School Diploma / GED required Requirements: 3-5 years' experience working with ...

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How much do union machinist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for union 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.

What is a union machinist?

A Union Machinist is a skilled tradesperson who operates and maintains machining tools to fabricate, modify, or repair metal parts, typically as part of a labor union. They work in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and construction, ensuring precision and adherence to safety standards. Union membership provides benefits like collective bargaining, job security, and better wages. Duties often include reading blueprints, setting up machines, and inspecting finished products for quality.

What are some typical daily challenges a union machinist might face on the job?

Union Machinists often deal with tight production deadlines, complex blueprints, and the need to ensure precise measurements on every component they produce. Troubleshooting machine malfunctions or making quick adjustments to maintain quality standards can be frequent tasks. Collaborating with team members—including supervisors, quality control, and other machinists—is crucial for resolving issues efficiently. These challenges help sharpen problem-solving skills and ensure that finished products consistently meet required specifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the union machinist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Union Machinist, you need strong mechanical aptitude, precision measurement skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often supplemented by completion of an apprenticeship or vocational training. Competency with CNC machines, manual lathes and mills, blueprint reading, and safety certifications such as OSHA are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication are valued soft skills in this trade. These abilities are critical for producing high-quality parts, meeting tight tolerances, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring smooth collaboration on the shop floor.

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Infographic showing various Union Machinist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,313 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Machinist - Texarkana, AR

Texarkana, AR • On-site

Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
10K+ employees

$40.87/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


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For over a century, Goodyear has been redefining the boundaries of tire technology, producing innovative tires that deliver unparalleled performance for a diverse range of vehicles. Our success, however, is not just due to our cutting-edge products, but also to our outstanding workforce. We offer a unique work experience where no matter your role, you'll contribute to the development, manufacturing, and marketing of some of the world's most innovative tire products. We're looking for motivated individuals who can inspire greatness and understand that job satisfaction and career success start with support and investment. At Goodyear, we invest upwards of 1000 hours into our new hires, ensuring they can make quality products safely.
If you seek a rewarding, challenging career, join us on this exciting journey.
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Base Pay: Base Pay: $40.87 an hour once enrolled in the Multicraft program. Machinists can enter the Multicraft program immediately. Singlecraft Machinists starting pay is $36.83.
Benefits: Competitive total rewards program for employees that promotes personal health, assists employees in maintaining a healthy balance between work and life and meets the diverse personal and professional needs.
  • Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
  • 401K
  • Opportunity for advancement and career development
  • Competitive wages
  • Paid vacation (after 1 year) & holidays (after 30 days)
  • Employee discounts and wellness programs

The Machinist performs work associated with renovation, repair, fitting and assembly of metal parts of machinery or equipment necessary for maintenance or building of new equipment. The ideal candidate possess knowledge to set-up, operator and troubleshoot all machines to affect the fabrication, repair, modification and calibration of gauges, patterns, fixtures, molds, tools and dies used in the manufacturing environment. This position requires a high level of attention to detail and precision based on the requirements from blueprints, rough sketches, work samples and verbal instruction within the following tolerances: Turning - .001 to .003 inch, Milling - .001 to .003 inch, Grinding - .001 to .003 inch, Drilling - .001 to .005 inch, Boring - .001 to .003 inch.
  • Punctuality and attendance are extremely important to the success of the operations in general as well as contributing to an overall positive team atmosphere. Dependable job attendance is expected.

Job specific details include, but are not limited to:
  • Duties include working with standard, special, and unusual materials as well as steel, bronze, copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, plastic, and nylon.
  • Makes specific machine set-ups to hold work that requires specially constructed devices to properly hold and present work to tooling.
  • Operates overhead crane, rigs, slings, and devices to handle heavy material.
  • Must be able to operate machine shop equipment:
    • Lathe
    • Milling Machine
    • Vertical boring machine
    • Shaper
    • Grinders
    • Band saws
    • Drill Press
    • Machine shop tooling and attachments
  • Must be able to indicate work to repetitive datum plane, parallel, or perpendicular, or concentric to mating parts.
  • Maintains machine shop equipment and tools.
  • Will perform other maintenance work if time is not required in machine shop.

Shift Information: 12-hour shift, New hires would likely be placed onto the night shift.
  • 2-2-3 continuous work schedule (This scheduling allows for some natural overtime and gives a three-day weekend every other week)

Work Environment: Texarkana, AR Plant
  • The job is within a fast paced, heavy industrial environment and you may be required to work within various areas of the factory.
  • The environmental conditions can be hot, cold, and noisy.
  • Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing and eye protection, protective clothing, and steel-toed shoes.

Basic Qualifications:
  • High school diploma, GED or the Workforce Center's Career Readiness Certification (CRC) with a minimum of Silver Certificate level
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future
  • Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations
  • 5 years of Machinist experience, CNC Machine experience preferred
  • Have working knowledge of physical properties of common metals (i.e. strength in shear, tension and compression, hardness)
  • Must pass written test and hands-on assessment administered by an outside party