Manual Machinist – 2nd & 3rd Shift

Purple Cow Recruiting; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Purple Cow Recruiting is seeking experienced Manual Machinists for full-time, onsite roles in Indianapolis, Indiana. These positions require hands-on experience operating manual mills and/or lathes, with a focus on old-school gauge-based setup and precision measurement.

Shifts available: 2nd and 3rd. CNC experience alone does not qualify; candidates must demonstrate strong hands-on manual machining skills and ability to read blueprints in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on machining or mechanical experience is REQUIRED.
• Previous hands-on experience as a Manual Machinist is REQUIRED.
• Strong manual mill and/or manual lathe experience is REQUIRED.
• Manual machine setup and adjustment experience is REQUIRED.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings and specifications is REQUIRED.
• Experience using precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers and bore gauges is REQUIRED.
• Basic math skills including fractions, decimals and tolerances are REQUIRED.
• Strong mechanical and machining problem-solving skills are REQUIRED.
• Ability to work onsite in Indianapolis, IN is REQUIRED.
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift consistently is REQUIRED.
• High school diploma or equivalent is REQUIRED.
• Welding experience (MIG/TIG/Stick/Oxy) and grinding/drill press experience are PREFERRED.
• Technical certificate or associate degree in mechanical/electrical fields is PREFERRED.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, grinders and drill presses.
• Perform turning, milling, threading, boring, drilling and grinding operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Machine and assemble components within tolerances.
• Use micrometers, calipers and gauges to verify dimensions.
• Document measurements and completed work to company standards.
• Troubleshoot machining and mechanical issues.
• Maintain safe operation of equipment and shop practices.
• Work independently and with the team in a production environment.

Skills

Hands-on Machining

Blueprint Reading

Precision Measurement

Math Skills

Problem Solving

Independent & Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Field Preferred

Tools

Grinders

Drill Presses

MIG/TIG/Sticking Welding

Oxy-Acetylene Welding

Gauge-Based Setup

Job description

Manual Machinist – 2nd & 3rd Shift | Indianapolis, IN

Full-Time | Onsite | 2nd & 3rd Shift Openings

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking experienced Manual Machinists for full-time, onsite opportunities in Indianapolis, Indiana. These positions are specifically for skilled manual machinists with strong hands-on experience operating manual mills and/or lathes. This is not a CNC-focused opportunity.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Manual Machinist will operate a variety of traditional machining equipment to produce, repair, and finish metal components according to blueprints, technical drawings, dimensions, and specified tolerances. The ideal candidate is comfortable independently setting up and operating manual equipment, performing precision measurements, and completing machining operations in a production or shop environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses
• Perform turning, milling, threading, boring, drilling, and grinding operations
• Perform dynamic balancing as required
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications
• Machine and assemble components according to required dimensions and tolerances
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and other gauges
• Verify dimensions and tolerances throughout the machining process
• Make machine setup adjustments using traditional gauge-based methods
• Operate welding equipment as required, including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Oxy-Acetylene
• Perform metal spray processes as needed
• Document measurements, calculations, and completed work according to company standards
• Troubleshoot machining and mechanical issues in both standard and non-standard situations
• Maintain safe equipment-operation and shop practices
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with other team members

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

• 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM - 11:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM
• Two Openings Per Shift

IMPORTANT

These openings require strong manual mill and/or manual lathe experience. CNC experience alone does not qualify. Candidates must already possess the hands-on manual machining skills necessary to operate and set up traditional manual equipment.

IMPORTANT: CNC-only candidates are not a fit for these openings. The client does not have the training capacity to transition CNC-only machinists to its manual equipment. Candidates must already possess strong hands-on manual mill and/or lathe experience.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 Years of Related Hands-On Machining or Mechanical Experience REQUIRED
• Previous Hands-On Experience Working as a Manual Machinist REQUIRED
• Strong Manual Mill and/or Manual Lathe Experience REQUIRED
• Manual Machine Setup and Adjustment Experience REQUIRED
• Ability to Read and Interpret Blueprints, Technical Drawings, and Specifications REQUIRED
• Experience Using Precision Measuring Tools Including Micrometers, Calipers, Bore Gauges, and Gauges REQUIRED
• Basic Math Skills Including Fractions, Decimals, Tolerances, and Measurements REQUIRED
• Strong Mechanical and Machining Problem-Solving Skills REQUIRED
• Ability to Work Independently and Collaboratively in a Shop Environment REQUIRED
• Effective Verbal, Written, and Interpersonal Communication Skills REQUIRED
• Ability to Work Onsite in Indianapolis, IN REQUIRED
• Ability to Consistently Work Either 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift REQUIRED
• High School Diploma or Equivalent REQUIRED
• Experience Operating Grinders and Drill Presses Preferred
• Experience with Turning, Milling, Threading, Boring, Drilling, Grinding, and Dynamic Balancing Preferred
• Welding Experience Including MIG, TIG, Stick, and/or Oxy-Acetylene Preferred
• Metal Spray Experience Preferred
• Traditional "Old School" Gauge-Based Machine Setup Experience Preferred
• Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in a Mechanical/Electrical Field Preferred