Manual Machinist 1st Shift Climate Controlled Facility

Fusion Fluid Equipment, LLC; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life保险

401(k) with company contribution

Four weeks PTO starting year one

Paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Climate-controlled manufacturing

Job summary

Fusion Fluid Equipment, LLC in Michigan seeks an experienced machinist to operate manual lathes and mills, read blueprints, and maintain tight tolerances. You will work with stainless steels and alloys, safely handling forklifts and overhead cranes as needed.

Join a climate-controlled facility offering competitive pay, PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, a 401(k), and overtime opportunities. This role emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and meeting production schedules.

Qualifications

• Advanced manual machining experience (lathes and mills).
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
• Experience machining stainless steel and alloy materials.
• Ability to safely operate or become certified on forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes, mills, and specialized machining equipment to produce precision components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Maintain tight tolerances using precision measuring instruments.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve quality, speed, and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow Fusion’s standard operating procedures.
• Utilize ERP systems for job tracking and production documentation.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Stainless steel machining

CNC programming

Tools

MasterCAM

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

Our vision is to create lasting customer impact through innovative solutions, collaborative relationships, exceptional employee engagement, and operational excellence.

We expect every employee to:

• Put Safety and Quality First
• Focus relentlessly on customer success
• Take ownership of results
• Continuously improve systems and processes
• Work collaboratively across departments
• Develop themselves and others
• Deliver with urgency and accountability

What You'll Do

• Operate manual lathes, mills, and specialized machining equipment to produce precision components
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Maintain tight tolerances using precision measuring instruments
• Perform routine machine maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve quality, speed, and efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow Fusion’s standard operating procedures
• Utilize ERP systems for job tracking and production documentation

What Success Looks Like

Safety & Quality First: Produce high-quality components safely and accurately every time.

Customer Focused: Deliver parts that meet or exceed customer specifications.

Ownership Mindset: Take responsibility for workmanship, equipment, and results.

Relentless Internal Growth: Continuously improve machining skills and manufacturing knowledge.

Stronger Together: Support teammates and collaborate across departments.

Deliver Results: Balance speed, quality, and cost while meeting production schedules.

Build Systems: Help improve processes, standards of work, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Required

• Advanced manual machining experience (lathes and mills)
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills
• Experience machining stainless steel and alloy materials
• Ability to safely operate or become certified on forklifts and overhead cranes
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred

• Welding experience
• ERP system experience
• Experience in a custom manufacturing environment
• CNC machining and programming experience (Master CAM and SolidWorks)

The Behaviors That Matter Here

• Own problems instead of waiting for direction
• Look for better ways to do things
• Respect team members
• Value honesty and integrity
• Keep commitments
• Care deeply about the customer experience

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Performance-based opportunities
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Four weeks PTO starting year one
• Paid holidays
• Consistent first-shift schedule with opportunities for overtime
• Climate-controlled manufacturing facility

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about craftsmanship, precision, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.