Machinist

Innovative Systems Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Systems Group in Baltimore is seeking a skilled machinist for a 1-year contract. You will set up and operate machine tools, including lathes and milling machines, to produce precision metal parts from blueprints and drawings.

The role requires reading designs, installing tools and workpieces, running both manual and CNC equipment, monitoring quality, performing routine maintenance, and inspecting finished parts for accuracy and defects.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as machinist or in a similar role.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience setting up and operating manual and CNC machines.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspect parts for accuracy and defects.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Read designs and blueprints to determine machining specifications.
• Install tools and secure workpieces for setup.
• Operate both manual and CNC machine tools to produce parts.
• Monitor quality during production and adjust as needed.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspect finished parts for defects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Precision

Manual & CNC machining

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

CNC machine

Job description

This is a 1 year contract role with our direct client located in Baltimore. Position is first shift but may be required to work some OT.

A skilled tradesperson with 6+ years of experience who sets up and operates machine tools, such as lathes and milling machines, to produce precision metal parts according to blueprints and technical drawings. Responsibilities include reading designs, installing tools and workpieces, operating both manual and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines, monitoring quality, performing routine maintenance, and inspecting finished parts for accuracy and defects. Key skills for a machinist are strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, precision, and the ability to work with both manual and advanced machinery.