Machinst

ManpowerGroup; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Supplemental life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking an experienced Machinist to join our manufacturing team in Fresno, CA. You will set up and operate engine lathes, mills, and other manual machining equipment to produce precision steel components from complex blueprints.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of hands-on experience, strong blueprint reading skills, and a commitment to safety and quality. You will work independently, troubleshoot issues, and document production data to ensure tight tolerances are met.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of machinist experience in a manufacturing, repair, or industrial environment.
• Experience machining steel components and working to tight tolerances.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Experience operating manual lathes, mills, VTLs, and drill presses.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate engine lathes, vertical turret lathes (VTLs), mills, drill presses, and other manual machining equipment.
• Machine steel and alloy components to precise specifications and tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications to plan and execute machining operations.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments and verify quality to production standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manual machining

Safety compliance

Independent worker

Tools

Engine lathe

Vertical turret lathe (VTL)

Milling machine

Drill press

Job description

Our client is seeking a Experianced Machinst to join their team. As a Machinst, you will be part of the manufacturing team supporting production of precision steel components. The ideal candidate will have strong blueprint reading skills, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to set up and operate manual machining equipment independently—so you can turn technical drawings into accurate parts that meet tight tolerances.

Job Title: Machinst

Location: Fresno, CA

Pay Range: $20

Shift: Open

What's the Job?

• Set up and operate engine lathes, vertical turret lathes (VTLs), mills, drill presses, and other manual machining equipment

• Machine steel and alloy components to precise specifications and tight tolerances

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications to plan and execute machining operations

• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments and verify quality to production standards

• Troubleshoot machining and quality issues, maintain tooling and cutting tools, and document production data, labor hours, and quality checks

What's Needed?

• Minimum 3+ years of recent machinist experience in a manufacturing, repair, or industrial environment

• Experience machining steel components and working to tight tolerances

• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills

• Experience operating manual lathes, mills, VTLs, and drill presses

• Ability to work independently, follow safety procedures and PPE requirements, and maintain a safe, organized work area

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to produce precision steel components using manual machining equipment

• Work in a role that values craftsmanship, safety, and technical expertise

• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and production teams to support efficiency and quality

• Clear expectations around inspection, documentation, and maintaining production standards

• Stable industrial environment where your machining skills and attention to detail matter

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.