Manual Machinist

Paylocity; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity in Houston, TX is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to set up and operate lathes, mills, and grinders, producing and refurbishing high-tolerance turbomachinery components in accordance with engineering drawings. You will read blueprints, measure parts with micrometers and calipers, and collaborate with engineers and QA to solve machining challenges while maintaining safety and quality.

This fast-paced role requires 5+ years of manual machining experience, a strong commitment to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited machinist apprenticeship or technical program preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in manual machining, preferably in turbomachinery, rotating equipment, or precision repair environments.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, repair documents, and engineering drawings.
• Skilled in the use of manual lathes, mills, and precision measurement tools.
• Understanding of materials used in turbomachinery components, including stainless steels, high-temperature alloys, and other exotic metals.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machine tools to machine components for turbomachinery equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and repair specifications to determine machining processes, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Inspect and measure finished parts using precision instruments to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Machine and refurbish components such as shafts, impellers, casings, and seal housings with high accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and quality personnel to troubleshoot machining challenges and achieve repair or manufacturing objectives.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good working condition and follow all safety and quality procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machining efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Quality-minded

Collaboration

Safety discipline

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machinist apprenticeship or technical program

Tools

Manual lathe

Milling machine

Grinder

Precision measurement tools

Job description

Description

The Manual Machinist is responsible for the precision machining, repair, and modification of components used in turbomachinery equipment, including compressors, turbines, and pumps. This position involves setting up and operating manual lathes, mills, and grinders to produce and refurbish high-tolerance parts in accordance with engineering drawings and customer specifications. The Manual Machinist plays a key role in supporting both production and repair operations, ensuring all parts meet performance, quality, and safety standards critical to rotating equipment applications.

Requirements

• Set up and operate manual machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, boring mills, and grinders to machine components for turbomachinery equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and repair specifications to determine machining processes, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Inspect and measure finished parts using precision instruments (micrometers, dial indicators, calipers) to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Machine and refurbish components such as shafts, impellers, casings, and seal housings with high accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and quality personnel to troubleshoot machining challenges and achieve repair or manufacturing objectives.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good working condition and follow all safety and quality procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machining efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited machinist apprenticeship or technical program preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in manual machining, preferably in turbomachinery, rotating equipment, or precision repair environments.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, repair documents, and engineering drawings.
• Skilled in the use of manual lathes, mills, and precision measurement tools.
• Understanding of materials used in turbomachinery components, including stainless steels, high-temperature alloys, and other exotic metals.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced industrial setting.