Senior Manual Machinist — Turn & Mill Expert

AMETEK; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK in Middleborough, MA is seeking a Manual Turn & Mill Operator to set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders to manufacture and repair precision components.

Strong blueprint reading, precision measurement, and shop math are essential; candidate should work independently with minimal supervision and help train junior machinists while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Technical school or machining apprenticeship completed.
• 3+ years of experience in manual lathe/mill operation.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders.
• Interpret drawings and tolerances to determine machining requirements.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Support training of junior machinists.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Shop mathematics

Independent work

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Technical school or machining apprenticeship

Tools

Manual lathes

Milling machines

Drill presses

Surface grinders

Measuring instruments

Job description

AMETEK in Middleborough, MA is seeking a Manual Turn & Mill Operator to set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders to manufacture and repair precision components.

Strong blueprint reading, precision measurement, and shop math are essential; candidate should work independently with minimal supervision and help train junior machinists while upholding safety and quality standards.