Precision Conventional Machinist — Hands-On Craft

Manpower Group (USA); Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower Group (USA) represents a client in the power generation and industrial equipment repair sector seeking a Conventional Machinist. You will operate, set up, and maintain manual lathes, mills, and related shop equipment to produce and repair metal components.

Read blueprints and work orders, measure with micrometers/calipers, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous process improvements in a safety‑driven, hands‑on environment.

Qualifications

• Strong conventional machining skills with setup and operation of manual lathes and mills.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and work instructions with precision.
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers and gauges for inspection.
• Understanding of machining principles, materials, tooling, speeds and finishes.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely around equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and maintain manual lathes, mills, and related shop equipment to produce and repair metal components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders to determine machining operations, tolerances, and materials.
• Measure and mark workpieces, select tooling, and perform roughing and finishing operations.
• Verify dimensions using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other inspection tools to ensure quality standards.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, adjust setups as needed, and contribute to continuous process improvements.

Skills

Manual lathe operation

Manual milling operation

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Job description

Manpower Group (USA) represents a client in the power generation and industrial equipment repair sector seeking a Conventional Machinist. You will operate, set up, and maintain manual lathes, mills, and related shop equipment to produce and repair metal components.

Read blueprints and work orders, measure with micrometers/calipers, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous process improvements in a safety‑driven, hands‑on environment.