Manufacturing Machinist

Fastenal; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fastenal Co. is seeking a Manufacturing Machinist for our Indianapolis facility. You will set up and operate turning centers, machining centers, and manual equipment, ensuring quality inspections and adherence to safety policies.

A potential flexible schedule may be offered after onboarding and performance milestones. The role requires strong math skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities.
• Work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Exhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skills.
• Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork.
• Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 100lbs.
• Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)

Responsibilities

• Performing accurate inspections on product.
• Running multiple pieces of equipment at the same time.
• Providing assistance to other employees when needed.
• Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of work area.
• Complying with health, safety and sustainability rules and expectations.
• Participating in activities and programs that help the company achieve health, safety and sustainability objectives.
• Learning, passing and practicing various environmental health and safety trainings.

Skills

Math aptitude

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Organization

Teamwork

Independent work

Problem solving

Core values: ambition, integrity, etc.

Drug screening

Education

Two-year machining degree (tool & die)

Job description

Position Details - Manufacturing Machinist

Job ID 640033

Title Manufacturing Machinist

Type Full-time

Location Indianapolis, IN46254

Departments Manufacturing

Date Published October 26, 2026

End Date 11-04-2026

Job Description

Manufacturing Machinist

3939 W 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254
IN180 Manufacturing Facility
Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU 6:00am - 4:30pm
FRI SAT SUN 6:00am - 6:30pm

OVERVIEW

Working as Full-time Manufacturing Machinist, you will setup and operate multiple pieces of equipment such as turning centers, machining centers, and various other pieces of manual equipment. The successful candidate must understand machine operation and capabilities of each of those machines. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Performing accurate inspections on product
• Running multiple pieces of equipment at the same time
• Providing assistance to other employees when needed
• Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of work area
• Complying with health, safety and sustainability rules and expectations
• Participating in activities and programs that help the company achieve health, safety and sustainability objectives
• Learning, passing and practicing various environmental health and safety trainings

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:

• 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Exhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skills
• Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
• Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 100lbs
• Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)

PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior machining experience
• Possess a 2 year tool and die or machining degree

ABOUT US

Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.

As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS

Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution.