Manual Machinist

1 Resource Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insur

Job summary

1 Resource Group in San Antonio, TX seeks a skilled Manual Machinist to join our client's shop. You will operate conventional machine tools, perform precision machining, welding, metalizing, and equipment repair in a fast-paced, safety‑conscious environment.

Hand on responsibilities include milling and lathe work, inspecting with measuring devices, recording data, and assisting other shop staff. A strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential for producing high‑quality work.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma plus trade/technical training or certifications.
• Experience with conventional milling and lathe work.
• Welding using MIG, TIG, torch and stick methods.
• Ability to read sizing data and measurements.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate milling and lathe equipment to perform precision machining.
• Set up and use tools including broaching and grinding where needed.
• Perform metalizing and spray welding as required.
• Record data and measurements for each job.
• Assist other machinists and shop staff as directed.
• Maintain safe work environment and clean work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Data recording

Measuring devices

Milling/lathe work

Welding operations

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma + trade/technical training or certs

Tools

Engine lathes

Milling machines

Band saws

Belt sanders

Hand grinders

MIG/TIG welders

Precision measuring tools

Job description

1 Resource Group is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join our client's machine shop team in San Antonio, TX The ideal candidate will have experience operating conventional machine tools, performing precision machining, welding, metalizing, and equipment repair. This position requires a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality work while maintaining a safe work environment.

• Observe all Safety procedures and use proper protective gear (especially eye and ear protection).
• Record all data necessary to produce expected service and/or design results, including sizing’s and illustrations.
• Use measuring devices and techniques correctly to assure proper sizing’s.
• Perform milling operations such as drilling, tapping, boring and conventional milling and lathe work, using various engine lathes (e.g., horizontal and vertical mills and horizontal boring mills).
• Perform various metalizing (metal spraying) and spray welding techniques as needed.
• Understand materials and applications as required.
• Perform various welding operations, including setup and use of MIG, TIG, torch and stick welders.
• Set up and perform tool-post grinding operations (e.g., precision surface facing), broaching procedures, and Babbitt bearing work.
• Use various hand-held and stationary power and non-power tolls, including but not limited to band saws, belt sanders, hand grinders, files, etc.
• Lift, tighten, adjust and/or secure heavy objects in order to perform work and/or to observe safety precautions.
• Assist other machinist in department with skilled or non-skilled duties as directed by supervisor and shop manager.
• Assist other shop departments with skilled or non-skilled duties as directed by supervisor and shop manager.
• Perform other skilled or non-skilled duties as directed by supervisor.

$25.00-$32.00 HR DOE

Qualifications

• High School diploma, plus trade school, vocational/technical school, military, or on-the-job training and/or certifications.
• Laser alignment and field balancing ability preferred, but not required.

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance offered.