Manual Machinist — Precision Metal Components

IDEX; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 42,500 - 63,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings program with

PTO

Job summary

Mott Corporation, part of the IDEX family, seeks a Machinist to set up and operate manual equipment to produce precise metal components. The role emphasizes hands‑on machining, attention to detail, and the ability to meet strict dimensional and cleanliness standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of manual machining experience, blueprint reading skills, and proficiency with calipers and micrometers. High school diploma and technical machining training are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of hands‑on manual machining experience.
• Reading blueprints and using measuring equipment.
• Experience machining to close tolerances on metal components.
• Experience with manual lathes, mills, or similar equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment to produce solid and porous metal components.
• Machine high‑purity porous metal products to exact specifications.
• Perform straightening, rounding, fitting, and assembly operations as required.
• Interpret blueprints, work instructions, and specifications accurately.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensional and visual quality.
• Maintain cleanliness standards required for high‑purity products.
• Support flexible production needs by adapting to changing priorities.
• Follow safety, quality, and standard work practices aligned with IDEX operating principles.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Measuring with calipers/micrometers

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical machining training preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Lathes/Mills (manual)

Job description

Mott Corporation, part of the IDEX family, seeks a Machinist to set up and operate manual equipment to produce precise metal components. The role emphasizes hands‑on machining, attention to detail, and the ability to meet strict dimensional and cleanliness standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of manual machining experience, blueprint reading skills, and proficiency with calipers and micrometers. High school diploma and technical machining training are preferred.