Journeyman Manual Machinist – Prototype & Small Runs

W3Global; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Overtime Opportunities

Job summary

W3Global in Pottstown, PA seeks an experienced Manual Machinist at the journeyman level to set up and operate Bridgeport mills, manual lathes, and grinders. You will read drawings, handle prototype parts, and support small production runs.

The role emphasizes flexibility, precision, and teamwork, with safety and quality as a priority and opportunities to assist other operators as priorities shift.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level manual machining experience.
• Ability to independently set up and operate Bridgeport milling machines, manual lathes, and surface grinders.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering prints and blueprints.
• Experience machining prototypes and handling small production runs.
• Ability to work with different materials, part sizes, quantities, and job requirements.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, workholding, and dimensional accuracy.
• Ability to inspect machined components and ensure they meet print specifications.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and willingness to support other operators when needed.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up and operate Bridgeport milling machines, manual lathes, and surface grinders.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and machining specifications.
• Machine prototype components and parts for small production runs.
• Work with varying materials, job requirements, and production quantities.
• Adjust machine settings, tooling, and workholding to meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Inspect finished parts and verify dimensions against print specifications.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and make necessary adjustments to achieve accurate results.
• Transition efficiently between different machining jobs as daily priorities change.
• Occasionally set up parts and prepare jobs for other machine operators.
• Maintain consistent quality, accuracy, and safe operating practices.
• Keep machines, tools, and the work area clean and organized.
• Collaborate with team members to support production priorities and meet deadlines.

Skills

Journeyman-level machining experience

Independently set up and operate mills

Read and interpret prints/blueprints

Prototype machining

Teamwork and communication

Ability to transition between jobs

Education

Formal machining apprenticeship or journeyman training

Experience in prototype and short-run manufacturing

Tools

Bridgeport milling machines

Manual lathes

Surface grinders

Micrometers, calipers, indicators

Job description

W3Global in Pottstown, PA seeks an experienced Manual Machinist at the journeyman level to set up and operate Bridgeport mills, manual lathes, and grinders. You will read drawings, handle prototype parts, and support small production runs.

The role emphasizes flexibility, precision, and teamwork, with safety and quality as a priority and opportunities to assist other operators as priorities shift.