Precision Manual Machinist: Setup, Inspect & Improve

Brandon & Clark, Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandon & Clark, Inc. in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Manual Machinist to set up, operate, and maintain manual machine tools to manufacture precision components.

You will read drawings, select tooling, perform inspections with calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators, and ensure quality and safety across tasks. The position offers full-time work with potential overtime and opportunities to grow in a well-established electro-mechanical company.

Qualifications

• Typically 1–2 years of experience as a machinist.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Able to perform machine setups.
• Strong computer and math skills.
• Maintains a personal set of trade tools for on-the-job use.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Adaptable to changing workloads and new tasks.
• Able to work a regular 40-hour schedule (excluding holidays and PTO), with overtime as needed, which may include evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machine tools — lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses — adjusting settings and monitoring machine behavior to maintain consistency and efficiency across production runs.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, speeds, and feeds based on job specifications and material type, completing precise setups for optimal performance and dimensional accuracy.
• Standardize tooling layouts for quicker access and use blocks or spacers to minimize zeroing.
• Perform preventive maintenance such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor adjustments; report machine malfunctions or wear to the supervisor to maintain operational readiness and prolong equipment life.
• Safely operate forklifts, hoists, lifts, and similar equipment in accordance with company standards, ensuring loads are secured and under full control.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area with tools, fixtures, and materials stored properly.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and written instructions, translating design requirements into precise machining actions.
• Review and verify job travelers, routers, and setup sheets for compliance with customer specifications and internal standards.
• Use precision measuring instruments — calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and dial indicators — to verify part dimensions and tolerances against drawings and inspection criteria.
• Select and apply the appropriate diagnostic tools to troubleshoot issues and confirm quality.
• Follow department SOPs, apply SDS guidance for chemicals and lubricants, and work in accordance with EASA standards.
• Complete production and inspection documentation accurately, maintaining job records and noting deviations, corrective actions, or improvements for traceability and quality control.
• Prepare job reports, document work performed, and communicate findings to the supervisor or customer.
• Clock in and out of jobs accurately in MotorBase and SpringPoint to ensure correct billing; review job assignments, transfer between jobs, complete daily reports, and attach photos and supporting documentation.
• Use SpringPoint Academy coursework to maintain and advance skills.
• Observe machining operations to identify opportunities for efficiency gains, waste reduction, or quality improvement, and work with supervisors to implement approved changes.
• Refine setups and processes by adjusting tooling, speeds, and feeds to achieve higher quality and lower cycle times.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Measuring instruments

Machine setup

Computer skills

Math skills

Trade tools

Quality improvement

Adaptability

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Drill presses

Job description

Brandon & Clark, Inc. in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Manual Machinist to set up, operate, and maintain manual machine tools to manufacture precision components.

You will read drawings, select tooling, perform inspections with calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators, and ensure quality and safety across tasks. The position offers full-time work with potential overtime and opportunities to grow in a well-established electro-mechanical company.