Manual Lathe Machinist

Jobot; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a highly experienced Manual Machinist in Grand Island, Nebraska to perform manual machining of pump components and small parts to exact specifications. The role includes setting up lathes and mills, inspecting work with gauges and blueprints, and mentoring junior staff.

Approximately 30-40% of duties involve inventory tasks such as part identification, kit builds, and location improvements to support efficient production; strong attention to safety and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of manual machining experience, preferably in pump or industrial component manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of vertical turbine pump parts, fitment, and functions.
• Experience training others and sharing technical knowledge effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand product structures.
• Comfortable working with paper-based inventory processes (non-digital).
• Proactive mindset for continuous improvement and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machine tools (lathes, mills, etc.) to manufacture pump shafts and small parts to precise specifications.
• Inspect and verify workpieces using measuring instruments and blueprints.
• Train and mentor employees on component recognition, assembly procedures, and quality expectations.
• Support manual cycle counts, part identification, and kit building for rebuilt pump assemblies.
• Oversee and recommend inventory location improvements to enhance efficiency and process flow.
• Maintain accurate paper-based inventory tracking and documentation.
• Collaborate with the production and warehouse teams to ensure inventory and machining activities align with production demands.
• Support a positive work environment by becoming a champion for a good work culture.
• Contribute to a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with company policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Training others

Inventory control

Job description

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Manual Machinist Opportunity with Growing Industry Leader / $27-$29 an hour depending on Experience / Room for Growth and Great Benefits

Salary: $27 - $29 per hour

A bit about us

We have built precision-engineered components - discharge heads, column pipe, flanges, and fittings - ensuring reliable water extraction, transport, and distribution.

Benefits

• Health, dental, life and disability insurance For employees and family members—all sponsored by Company.
• 401k, Dental, vision. Etc

Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY

We're seeking a highly experienced Machine Operator 4 to perform manual machining of small parts and shafts for vertical turbine pumps. In addition to precision machining, this role includes training employees in product identification and pump assembly knowledge, and providing critical support in inventory improvement. Approximately 30-40% of the role involves manual inventory assignments such as part identification, kit building, and inventory location improvement to support process flow.

Role and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machine tools (lathes, mills, etc.) to manufacture pump shafts and small parts to precise specifications.
• Inspect and verify workpieces using measuring instruments and blueprints.
• Train and mentor employees on component recognition, assembly procedures, and quality expectations.
• Support manual cycle counts, part identification, and kit building for rebuilt pump assemblies.
• Oversee and recommend inventory location improvements to enhance efficiency and process flow.
• Maintain accurate paper-based inventory tracking and documentation.
• Collaborate with the production and warehouse teams to ensure inventory and machining activities align with production demands.
• Support a positive work environment by becoming a champion for a good work culture.
• Contribute to a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with company policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 10+ years of manual machining experience, preferably in pump or industrial component manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of vertical turbine pump parts, fitment, and functions.
• Experience training others and sharing technical knowledge effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand product structures.
• Comfortable working with paper-based inventory processes (non-digital).
• Proactive mindset for continuous improvement and process optimization.

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