Machinist - Level 1/Apprentice

Honeywell Technologies; Chickasaw (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Honeywell Technologies is seeking a skilled machinist to operate lathes, mills, and grinders according to blueprints, maintaining equipment and ensuring part quality. The role emphasizes strict safety practices and teamwork to meet production targets.

The candidate should read engineering drawings, perform routine maintenance, and use calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify dimensions with high accuracy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating machining equipment and following technical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes and the ability to use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Familiarity with machine maintenance procedures to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately.
• Basic understanding of safety standards and compliance in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders) to produce parts per blueprints and specs.
• Perform routine maintenance and adjustments to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Inspect finished parts for quality using precision measuring instruments.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality targets.

Skills

Machining equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Calipers/Micrometers/Gauges

Machine maintenance

Engineering drawings interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

• Operate various machine tools such as lathes, mills, and grinders to produce parts according to blueprints and specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance and adjustments on machines to ensure optimal performance and prevent downtime.
• Inspect finished parts for quality and accuracy using precision measuring instruments.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality targets.

Key Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Operate various machine tools such as lathes, mills, and grinders to produce parts according to blueprints and specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance and adjustments on machines to ensure optimal performance and prevent downtime.
• Inspect finished parts for quality and accuracy using precision measuring instruments.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality targets.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Proven experience operating machining equipment and following technical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes and the ability to use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Familiarity with machine maintenance procedures to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately.
• Basic understanding of safety standards and compliance in a manufacturing environment.

WE VALUE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or machining environment preferred.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow instructions.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new machining techniques and technologies.

Benefits of Working for Honeywell

In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

The annual base salary range for this position is $41,900.00 to $62,800.00. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: September 14th, 2026

About Honeywell Technologies

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.

About Us

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.