Manual Machinist — 2nd/3rd Shift: Precision Turning & Welding

Career Crunch; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Crunch is hiring for a machining position in Indianapolis that requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of related experience. You will read blueprints, perform precision machining, and use a range of equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and welders.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvements and documentation of work performed to company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate or associate degree in a mechanical/electrical field preferred
• 3+ years of related machining or mechanical experience, or equivalent combination of education and training
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications
• Proficient in basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, tolerances, and measurements
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work in non-standard situations
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with a strong sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machining equipment including manual lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, welders, and balancing equipment
• Perform machining tasks such as turning, milling, threading, boring, drilling, grinding, and dynamic balancing
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate machining and assembly of components
• Use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, etc.) to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Perform welding (MIG, TIG, Stick, Oxy-Acetylene) and metal spray processes as needed
• Document measurements, calculations, and work performed in accordance with company standards
• Maintain a safe work environment while operating equipment and completing assigned tasks

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certificate in mechanical/electrical field (preferred)

Tools

Manual lathes

Mills

Grinders

Drill presses

Welding equipment

Balancing equipment

Job description

Career Crunch is hiring for a machining position in Indianapolis that requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of related experience. You will read blueprints, perform precision machining, and use a range of equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and welders.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvements and documentation of work performed to company standards.