Manual Machinist – 1st Shift (Onsite, Moody)

Ingersoll Rand Inc.; Trussville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand Inc. in Moody, AL is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist for the 1st shift. You will perform setups and operate large lathes to service Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump components and related equipment.

The role requires reading blueprints, measuring with micrometers and calipers, and safely handling tools and lifting gear in a 100% on-site shop. Join a team focused on precision, quality, and safety in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants will be required to demonstrate knowledge of machine setup, as well as usage of machine controls and capabilities.
• 3+ years of experience as a machine operator/Machinist.
• 2+ or more years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• 1+ or more years of experience working on king style boring mills (or vtls)
• Ability to effectively and safely use a variety of tools and equipment, including but not limited to depth gauges, bore gauges, height gauges, feeler gauges, micrometers, calipers, deburring tools, die grinders, drill presses, and overhead lifting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs set ups of large Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump components and operations of large Vertical & Horizontal Lathes used to repair and overhaul Large Liquid Rind Vacuum Pumps & Compressors.
• Interprets blueprints/drawings to determine critical dimensions, etc. Ability to read Micrometers, Vernier Calipers, Dial Indicators & other precision measuring & test equipment as required.
• Able to maintain low tolerances as indicated by specifications or drawings as low as .0005” at times.
• Understands how to select appropriate cutting tools for various metals. Understands how to determine speeds and feeds to obtain proper surface finish.
• Able to work overtime; typically, throughout the week and occasionally on weekends.
• Safe operation of Forklift within a Machine Shop environment. Safe Over Head Crane operation. Adheres to all company EH&S & QMS processes.
• Lifting and rigging of heavy components of various configurations & weights. Assisting in the disassembly, reassembly, repair and rebuilding of Large Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

VTL/Boring Mill

Horizontal Lathe

Cincinnati

King Brand

Job description

Ingersoll Rand Inc. in Moody, AL is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist for the 1st shift. You will perform setups and operate large lathes to service Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump components and related equipment.

The role requires reading blueprints, measuring with micrometers and calipers, and safely handling tools and lifting gear in a 100% on-site shop. Join a team focused on precision, quality, and safety in a manufacturing environment.