Precision Machinist - Turbomachinery & Repair

CCL; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

CCL in Buffalo, NY is seeking an experienced machinist to manufacture, repair, and assemble precision turbomachinery components. You will set up and operate conventional tools—manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders—while interpreting drawings and tolerances to ensure exact fits and performance.

Collaborate with engineers and production teams to deliver high-quality parts, perform inspections with micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and dial indicators, and support safe,

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or equipment repair environments is required.
• Proven hands-on experience operating manual lathes, milling machines and conventional machining equipment.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and inspection techniques to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with fitting and component adjustments.
• CNC machining/setup/programming experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining challenges and consistently produce high-quality components.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe operation of industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual machining operations to manufacture, repair, and assemble turbomachinery components.
• Set up and operate conventional machine tools, including manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, dimensions, and tolerances to ensure accurate machining.
• Machine, modify, and repair components for compressors, turbines, and other rotating equipment.
• Assist with mechanical assembly, component fitting, alignment, and preparation as required.
• Support production and maintenance activities, including component fabrication, repair, rework, and quality inspection.
• Inspect completed work using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and dial indicators.
• Perform CNC machine setup, operation, or programming when applicable, based on individual experience and capabilities.
• Collaborate with engineers, assemblers, and production teams to deliver high-quality work while maintaining a safe working environment.

Skills

Machining experience

Manual lathe

Milling machines

Precision measuring

CNC programming

Mechanical assembly

Independent worker

Safety minded

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Bore gauges

Job description

CCL in Buffalo, NY is seeking an experienced machinist to manufacture, repair, and assemble precision turbomachinery components. You will set up and operate conventional tools—manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders—while interpreting drawings and tolerances to ensure exact fits and performance.

Collaborate with engineers and production teams to deliver high-quality parts, perform inspections with micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and dial indicators, and support safe,