Manual Machinist

Hydro Blind Solutions; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Job summary

Hydro Blind Solutions is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist to join our Texas-based team. You will operate manual lathes and mills, read blueprints, and set up machines with appropriate tooling to manufacture components to precise specifications.

The role requires meticulous measurement, threading, and finishing work, with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and teamwork in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manual lathes and mills is essential.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Must hold tight tolerances and inspect parts for conformance.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and milling equipment.
• Machine parts to specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Read and interpret blueprints and measurements.
• Set up machines and select tooling.
• Use micrometers, calipers and gauges for precision work.
• Inspect finished parts for adherence to specs.
• Perform threading, facing, boring, drilling, turning and related operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Work independently and complete jobs efficiently.

Skills

Manual lathe operation

Blueprint reading

Tighter tolerances

Threading

Machining operations

Precision measurement

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Manual Machinist to join our team. We are seeking someone dependable, experienced, and comfortable working in a fast-paced machine shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and mills
• Machine parts to specified dimensions and tolerances
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements
• Set up machines and select proper tooling
• Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet specifications
• Perform threading, facing, boring, drilling, turning, and other machining operations
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Work independently and complete jobs efficiently

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience as a Manual Machinist
• Experience machining oilfield, pipeline, flange, or industrial components is a plus
• Strong knowledge of manual lathe operation
• Ability to hold tight tolerances
• Experience cutting different types of threads
• Ability to read blueprints and understand machining specifications
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Welding is a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full-time position
• Steady work
• Overtime opportunities when available
• Established shop with a variety of machining work
• 401k company matching
• Competitive pay

Pay: Based on experience

Schedule: Full-time