Manual Machinist

WEIDMANN Electrical Technology, Inc.; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus $2,500 after 6 months

Medical, vision & dental insurance

PTO from day one

401k with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

STD and LTD

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Wellness program

Clothing allowance

Computer loan

Tuition reimbursement

Award-winning employer in Champaign Co

Job summary

WEIDMANN Electrical Technology, Inc. seeks an experienced Manual Machinist for the Urbana, OH facility.

You will operate manual lathes and mills to manufacture, modify, and repair precision components for production equipment, collaborating closely with the Maintenance team to troubleshoot issues and reduce downtime. The role offers growth into broader mechanical and electrical maintenance, with hands-on training in hydraulics, PLCs, and VFDs.

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on experience operating manual lathes and mills.
• Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings and use precision measuring tools.
• Experience in machining, tool room operations, industrial maintenance, or related manufacturing.
• Mechanical aptitude with interest in expanding into maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a Maintenance team and lift up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes, mills and related equipment to manufacture, modify, and repair components.
• Read blueprints and use micrometers, calipers, gauges to ensure accuracy.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues with Maintenance and Production; support repairs.
• Perform fabrication, fitting, assembly, and welding as needed for preventive maintenance.
• Grow maintenance skills in hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, PLCs, and VFDs.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

Maintenance troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Industrial lifting

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Manual Machinist - Maintenance Department

1st shift, 4x10 Schedule

700 W Court St, Urbana, OH 43078, USA

Full Time, onsite

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

Join our team to further inspire a culture of innovation.

Allow us to introduce ourselves…

The Weidmann Group of companies is active in some of the world’s most vital fields namely energy and medical. Our technology and our knowhow contribute crucial resources to a worldwide market, whether it be leading the global market in transformer electrical insulation, keeping the lights on for billions of consumers, or the delivery of a breakthrough drug through our advanced plastics technologies for medical and pharmaceutical applications.

The role…

We are seeking an experienced Manual Machinist to join our Maintenance team in Urbana. The primary focus of this position is using manual lathes, mills, and other machining equipment to manufacture, modify, and repair components that support the maintenance and reliability of our production equipment.

Unlike a traditional production machinist role, you'll work directly with our Maintenance team to troubleshoot equipment issues, create or repair replacement parts, and help minimize production downtime. This is a great opportunity for an experienced manual machinist who is interested in expanding their industrial maintenance knowledge, with the opportunity to develop additional mechanical and electrical skills.

Primary Focus: Manual Machining & Equipment Repair

How you’ll make an impact…

• Operatemanual lathes, mills, and related machining equipment to manufacture, modify, and repair shafts, bushings, housings, and other precision components needed to maintain production equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and specifications while using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Partner with Maintenance and Production to troubleshoot equipment issues, identify repair solutions, and support the repair and maintenance of pumps, gearboxes, motors, mechanical drives, and other industrial equipment.
• Perform fabrication, fitting, assembly, and welding as needed while supporting preventive maintenance activities and safe, reliable equipment operation.
• Expand your industrial maintenance capabilities through hands-on training and cross-training in mechanical and electrical maintenance, including areas such as hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission systems, motor alignment, electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, and VFDs.

What do you bring…

• Strong hands-on experience operating manual lathes and manual mills; experience machining, modifying, and repairing precision components is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings and confidently use precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Previous experience in machining, tool room operations, industrial maintenance, fabrication, mechanical repair, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in expanding your skills into industrial equipment maintenance and troubleshooting; electrical, PLC/VFD, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical maintenance experience are a plus, but not required.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a Maintenance team, safely use hand and power tools, lift up to 100 lbs., and work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

What do we offer?

• Signing bonus of $2,500 after 6 months of employment
• Medical insurance, with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement
• An award-winning atmosphere! Weidmann was named Best Employer of Champaign County

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced thata diverse and inclusive workenvironmentincreasesmutual understanding and innovationofourbusiness.