Machinist - 1st Shift

Mid-State Industrial Maintenance; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-State Industrial Maintenance is seeking a Manual Machinist in Lakeland, FL. You will machine parts of various sizes using lathes, horizontal and vertical boring mills, knee-mills, grinders, and saws in a fast-paced shop. Long hours and call-outs are common.

The role requires interpreting blueprints, operating multiple machine types, and maintaining high precision with micrometers and calipers. Safety and teamwork are emphasized in daily duties.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with turning, milling, grinding, and drilling.
• Knowledge of metals and their properties during machining.
• Familiarity with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Proficient in operating CNC machines, lathes, mills, and similar equipment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform turning, threading, boring and facing operations in various size lathes.
• Perform drilling, tapping, boring and facing operations in a horizontal boring mill.
• Operate saws, grinders, shapers, and other shop equipment.
• Read blueprints and inspect parts with precision measurement tools.
• Ensure safety rules are followed and quality standards are met.
• Assist with shop improvement activities and daily maintenance.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining techniques

Precision measurement

CNC operation

Lathe/milling experience

Shop safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Lathe

Milling machines

Grinders

Vertical boring mill

Job description

Job Summary

As a Manual Machinist you will be responsible for Machining parts of various sizes using lathes, horizontal & vertical boring mills, knee-mills, grinders, saws etc. Position is located in a fast-paced industrial setting and often requires long hours & frequent call-outs.

As a Manual Machinist you will be responsible for Machining parts of various sizes using lathes, horizontal & vertical boring mills, knee-mills, grinders, saws etc. Position is located in a fast-paced industrial setting and often requires long hours & frequent call-outs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform turning, threading, boring and facing operations in various size lathes
• Perform drilling, tapping, boring and facing operations in a large horizontal boring mill
• Perform turning, boring, and facing operations in a large vertical boring mill
• Operate miscellaneous machines including saws, grinders, shapers, key-seaters, radial arm drills and threading machines
• Use manual micrometers, calipers and gauges to measure dimensions as small as .0001’’
• Follow and help improve shop safety rules
• Routinely rig and handle parts weighing up to 40,000 lbs.
• Routinely transport parts utilizing forklifts, overhead cranes, jib cranes etc.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches
• Recognize and properly utilize inserts, fixtures and various tooling
• Properly sign-out and account for tooling and consumables
• Obtain QC approval at noted hold points
• Provide feedback to estimators regarding quotes, budgets etc.
• Assist with shop improvement activities
• Other duties as required

Education

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Understanding various machining techniques, including turning, milling, grinding, and drilling.
• Knowledge of different metals and materials, including their properties and how they behave during machining.
• Familiarity with precision measurement tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Proficient in operating CNC machines, lathes, mills, and other machinery.
• Skilled in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues with machines or materials and implement solutions quickly.
• Ensuring accuracy in measurements and quality of finished products.
• Working effectively with other team members, including engineers and quality control personnel.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changes in machining techniques or processes.
• Evaluating information and data to make informed decisions.

Work Location and Travel:

• Position is located at 2730 Mine and Mill Road, Lakeland FL 33801.
• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work vary (Monday – Sunday with some overnight work) and overtime is frequently required.

Working Environment

• Working environment is often times in harsh elements (hot / humid and/or cold temperatures, rain, etc.) Industrial environments often have exposure to hazardous chemicals, moving heavy equipment / machinery, and other safety-sensitive hazards / risks. Must always be alert and able to safely perform the essential duties of the job without risking harm to oneself or others.

Physical Requirements

See : Skillful hand-eye coordination is crucial for operating machinery and handling tools with precision. Good eyesight, including depth perception and color vision, is essential for reading measurements and ensuring precision.

Lift/Carry/Pull : Machinists often lift heavy materials, tools, and machinery parts, requiring physical strength and the stamina to stand for long periods.

Talk/Hear: The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Use hands/fingers to handle or feel: Frequently use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things. Able to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. Able to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. Able to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

Stand/Sit: The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing.

Walk: Frequently walking through the shop.

Stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl: Frequently climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, and handling materials.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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