Machine Shop Machinist

System One; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking an experienced Machinist to support our internal machine shop and engineering teams in South Plainfield, NJ. The role may be full‑time or part‑time, with onsite work and a contract-to-hire path.

Retired machinists are welcome to apply. Responsibilities include fabricating parts, interpreting drawings, and maintaining quality with precision measuring tools, while collaborating with engineers to deliver practical machining solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on machining experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated machining skills
• Ability to independently read engineering drawings and fabricate parts to required dimensions and tolerances
• Strong craftsmanship, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Machinist certification, apprenticeship, or technical/vocational training preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate machine shop equipment to fabricate, modify, and repair precision parts, fixtures, and components for Fab equipment and engineering needs
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, dimensions, and tolerances
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and quality
• Work directly with engineers and technicians to understand requirements and develop practical machining solutions
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized machine shop
• As our needs grow, support the expansion and development of a more comprehensive internal machine shop capability

Skills

Machining experience

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Machinist certification or apprenticeship

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Job Title: Machine Shop Machinist

Location: South Plainfield, NJ

Type: Contract To Hire

Compensation: $24 to $28/hour, depending on experience

Work Model: Onsite

Hours: Monday through Friday (9AM to 5PM)

Summary:

We are looking for an experienced, hands‑on Machinist to support our internal machine shop and engineering teams. This position may be full‑time or part‑time, and experienced retired machinists are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Operate machine shop equipment to fabricate, modify, and repair precision parts, fixtures, and components for Fab equipment and engineering needs

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, dimensions, and tolerances

• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and quality

• Work directly with engineers and technicians to understand requirements and develop practical machining solutions

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized machine shop

• As our needs grow, support the expansion and development of a more comprehensive internal machine shop capability

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of hands‑on machining experience preferred

• Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated machining skills

• Ability to independently read engineering drawings and fabricate parts to required dimensions and tolerances

• Strong craftsmanship, problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail

• Machinist certification, apprenticeship, or technical/vocational training preferred

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full‑time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.