Precision Manual Machinist – Close-Tolerance Metals

IDEX Corporation; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 42,500 - 63,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings with company

PTO and more

Job summary

IDEX Corporation, in Farmington, CT, is seeking a Machinist to set up and operate manual machining equipment for high‑precision solid and porous metal components. The role requires hands‑on manual machining experience, blueprint interpretation, and meticulous attention to tolerance and cleanliness requirements.

This position emphasizes reading blueprints, using measuring tools, and maintaining high quality while adapting to production needs. CNC experience alone is not sufficient.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2+ years of hands-on manual machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical school machining training strongly preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring equipment.
• Experience machining to close tolerances on metal components.
• Experience with manual lathes, mills, or similar equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment to machine solid and porous metal components.
• Machine high-purity porous metal products to exact specifications.
• Perform straightening, rounding, fitting, and assembly operations as required.
• Interpret blueprints, work instructions, and specifications accurately.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensional and visual quality.
• Maintain cleanliness standards required for high-purity products.
• Support flexible production needs by adapting to changing priorities.
• Follow safety, quality, and standard work practices aligned with IDEX operating principles.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Math & measurement

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manual lathes

Mills

Calipers & micrometers

Job description

IDEX Corporation, in Farmington, CT, is seeking a Machinist to set up and operate manual machining equipment for high‑precision solid and porous metal components. The role requires hands‑on manual machining experience, blueprint interpretation, and meticulous attention to tolerance and cleanliness requirements.

This position emphasizes reading blueprints, using measuring tools, and maintaining high quality while adapting to production needs. CNC experience alone is not sufficient.