Manual Machinist - Large-Scale Precision & Defense

Granitestatemfg; Manchester, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

Referral program

Overtime opportunities

Career growth in advanced manufacture

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Granite State Manufacturing in Manchester, NH is seeking an experienced Manual/ProtoTRAK Machinist to set up and operate manual mills, lathes, and ProtoTRAK controls for large, close-tolerance components in a high-mix environment.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, GD&T, determining tooling and speeds, performing first-piece inspections, and collaborating with CNC machinists, welders, and quality personnel to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and machining experience.
• 3+ years of relevant machining experience.
• Experience with ProtoTRAK or similar conversational CNC controls.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Proficiency using precision inspection and measurement equipment.
• Ability to calculate and apply basic shop math, including dimensions, tolerances, feeds, speeds, and geometry.
• Ability to safely work with large and heavy components.
• Due to the nature and importance of GSM’s work, our positions require access to export-controlled information. Therefore, all candidates must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable export-control/ITAR regulations or otherwise be authorized to access such information under U.S. law.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual and ProtoTRAK mills, lathes, and related machine tools to produce precision components.
• Machine large, heavy, and complex parts from steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other common engineering materials.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, process sheets, job travelers, and customer specifications.
• Determine machining sequences, workholding methods, tooling, speeds, feeds, and cutting strategies based on part requirements.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, indicators, and other inspection tools.
• Make necessary machine adjustments, tool changes, and dimensional corrections to maintain part requirements.
• Use ProtoTRAK conversational programming to develop, modify, and execute machining programs.
• Perform manual machining operations when required, including turning, facing, boring, drilling, tapping, milling, reaming, and related operations.
• Set up and machine parts to specified dimensions and tolerances, including close-tolerance and geometric requirements.
• Safely rig, position, and secure large workpieces using cranes, hoists, lifting fixtures, and appropriate workholding equipment.
• Collaborate with CNC machinists, welders, fabricators, quality personnel, engineering, and manufacturing leadership to resolve production issues.
• Identify tooling, fixturing, material, drawing, or process problems and recommend practical solutions.
• Deburr, clean, and prepare completed components for inspection or subsequent manufacturing operations.
• Complete required production documentation, inspection records, job travelers, and timekeeping accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow all applicable safety requirements.
• Protect controlled, proprietary, and customer-sensitive information in accordance with company procedures and applicable contract requirements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts involving machining methods, setup reduction, tooling, quality, productivity, and safety.
• Perform other machining and manufacturing duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for creating a professional, safe, and clean environment evidenced by: being at work on time to perform assigned duties, following the policies of Granite State Manufacturing, always wearing safety glasses in designated areas, maintaining a neat and orderly work area, and following safety practices to prevent errors.
• Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by establishing effective relationships and networks with both managers/directors and workers, and collaborating with them to accomplish shared purposes and goals.
• Abides by GSM Code of Ethics and Business Conduct standards and strictly observes all U.S. and foreign laws and regulations.

Skills

ProtoTRAK controls

Manual milling

Manual turning

GD&T interpretation

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

Shop math

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

ProtoTRAK controls

Job description

Granite State Manufacturing in Manchester, NH is seeking an experienced Manual/ProtoTRAK Machinist to set up and operate manual mills, lathes, and ProtoTRAK controls for large, close-tolerance components in a high-mix environment.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, GD&T, determining tooling and speeds, performing first-piece inspections, and collaborating with CNC machinists, welders, and quality personnel to ensure quality and on-time delivery.