Manual Precision Machinist — Toolroom Prototyping

Northeast Tool & Manufacturing; Matthews (NC); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Team environment

Zusammenfassung

Northeast Tool & Manufacturing in Matthews, NC, is seeking a Manual Precision Machinist to transform drawings into precision tooling, fixtures, and prototypes for aerospace-focused production.

You will set up and run manual mills, lathes, and grinders, interpret blueprints, and select tooling to achieve tight tolerances. The role emphasizes independent problem solving and safe workplace habits.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years of experience in manual machining, toolroom, or toolmaking producing precision tooling, fixtures, jigs, workholding, or prototypes.
• Fluency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Solid shop math and working knowledge of GD&T.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. independently and use lifting assistance when needed.

Aufgaben

• Set up and run manual equipment—mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses to produce precision tooling, fixtures, jigs, workholding solutions, and prototype components.
• Study blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications to choose materials, machining sequences, and methods that meet exacting requirements.
• Select the right cutters and tooling, plan operations, and fine‑tune setups to hit tight dimensional tolerances.
• Design, adapt, and improve tooling and workholding to enable efficient, repeatable production.
• Verify every detail using precision metrology to ensure specifications and tolerances are met.
• Perform finishing and light assembly—deburring, polishing, sandblasting, part marking, and installing threaded inserts.
• Keep workspace clean, safe, and organized while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Kenntnisse

GD&T

Reading drawings

Independent work

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manual Mills

Lathes

Surface Grinders

Shop Equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Northeast Tool & Manufacturing in Matthews, NC, is seeking a Manual Precision Machinist to transform drawings into precision tooling, fixtures, and prototypes for aerospace-focused production.

You will set up and run manual mills, lathes, and grinders, interpret blueprints, and select tooling to achieve tight tolerances. The role emphasizes independent problem solving and safe workplace habits.