Manual Machinist

Professional Placement Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Placement Services in Chandler, AZ seeks a skilled Manual Machinist to produce precision components using manual processes. You will read complex blueprints, verify tolerances with precision tools, and track labor and job completion.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and independent work with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, experienced in setting up knee mills, rollers, and flex-arm drilling/tapping equipment, and committed to maintaining a

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a manual machinist in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with knee mills, rollers, and flex-arm drilling and tapping equipment.
• Proficient with precision measurement tools: calipers, depth micrometers, squares, chamfer gauges, gauge pins.
• Experience verifying parts to print and documenting results.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual machining operations including drilling, tapping, reaming, countersinking, and counterboring.
• Set up and operate knee mills, rollers, and flex-arm drilling and tapping equipment.
• Read, interpret, and work from complex engineering blueprints and drawings.
• Verify part dimensions and quality using precision measuring tools.
• Track labor and log job completion in the labor tracking system.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Communicate status or issues with leads, supervisors, and quality personnel.
• Support continuous improvement related to quality, efficiency, and safety.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Time management

Independent work

Attention to detail

Labor tracking

Tools

Knee mills

Rollers

Flex‑arm drilling & tapping

Job description

PPS is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join our team in Chandler. This role is responsible for producing precision components using manual machining processes while meeting quality, safety, and productivity expectations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, capable of reading complex blueprints, and accountable for accurate labor tracking and job completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual machining operations including drilling, tapping, reaming, countersinking, and counterboring.
• Set up and operate knee mills, rollers, and flex-arm drilling and tapping equipment.
• Read, interpret, and work from complex engineering blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Verify part dimensions and quality using precision measuring tools.
• Ensure all work meets UCT quality standards and customer specifications.
• Accurately track labor and log job completion in the labor tracking system.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with leads, supervisors, and quality personnel regarding job status or issues.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to quality, efficiency, and safety.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a manual machinist in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Knee mills
• Rollers
• Flex-arm drilling and tapping equipment
• Proficient with precision measurement and inspection tools, including:
• Calipers
• Depth micrometers
• Squares
• Chamfer gauges
• Gauge pins
• Experience verifying parts to print and documenting results.
• Comfortable using computer-based labor tracking systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with semiconductor or precision fabrication industries.
• Prior experience working to tight tolerances.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for precision work.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing shop environment.
• Exposure to moving machinery, metal parts, and typical shop noise levels.

Job Number: 5260