Manual Machinist – Precision Setup & Fabrication

Owen Companies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Blaze Equipment in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathes and milling machines, producing precision metal components for service and production operations.

You will read blueprints, select tooling, measure parts with calipers and micrometers, and maintain equipment while working with a CNC plasma-cutting table as needed; safety and efficiency are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating manual lathes and mills.
• Ability to read blueprints and tolerances.
• Use precision measuring instruments accurately.
• Experience producing replacement parts and repairs preferred.
• Experience with CNC plasma-cutting table preferred; learn procedures

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, drills, and related shop equipment.
• Read blueprints, determine machining methods, tooling, and speeds.
• Measure parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges; ensure tolerances.
• Maintain equipment and shop cleanliness; follow safety guidelines.
• Operate CNC plasma-cutting table as required.

Skills

Manual lathe operation

Milling machine operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Shop mathematics

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Machining program preferred

Tools

CNC plasma-cutting table

Job description

Blaze Equipment in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathes and milling machines, producing precision metal components for service and production operations.

You will read blueprints, select tooling, measure parts with calipers and micrometers, and maintain equipment while working with a CNC plasma-cutting table as needed; safety and efficiency are emphasized.