Manual Machinist

Priority StaffCorp; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority StaffCorp in Tulsa, OK is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to operate manual mills and lathes and produce precision components to tight tolerances. The ideal candidate will read engineering drawings, use calipers and micrometers, and maintain a safe, organized work area in a high‑precision environment.

Experience with speeds, feeds, tooling and material properties is preferred, and prior experience in high‑precision environments will be valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with manual milling and lathe operations.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and using precision measurement tools.
• Knowledge of speeds, feeds, tooling, and material properties.
• Prior experience in high‑precision environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual mills and lathes to manufacture components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and job travelers.
• Perform precise measurements using calipers, micrometers, and other tools to verify part accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Troubleshoot issues with machines and processes as needed.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Precision measurement

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Manual Machinist

Seeking a skilled Manual Machinist. This position involves operating manual mills and lathes to produce precision components. The ideal candidate will be experienced in manual machining and dedicated to producing high-quality, tight-tolerance parts in a safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual mills and lathes to manufacture components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and job travelers.
• Perform precise measurements using calipers, micrometers, and other tools to verify part accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Troubleshoot issues with machines and processes as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with manual milling and lathe operations.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and using precision measurement tools.
• Knowledge of speeds, feeds, tooling, and material properties.
• Prior experience in high‑precision environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.