Skilled Manual Machinist - Lathes, Mills & Prototyping

01/05/2026; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Unknown is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Machinist to set up and operate conventional equipment for production and prototype work. You will read drawings, adjust tooling and speeds, and inspect parts to meet tight tolerances in a safety-focused team environment.

The role emphasizes performing multiple machine setups daily, training helpers, and maintaining quality across a range of lathes, mills, and grinders while using Oracle/CMTR systems to locate parts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience operating manual lathes and/or mills.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and work orders.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, and grinders to specification.
• Perform multiple machine setups and operations daily (20+).
• Read blueprints and job instructions to verify tolerances.
• Use precision measuring tools to inspect parts and ensure conformance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Collaborate with supervisors and peers to meet production goals.

Skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manual lathes

Manual mills

Precision grinders

Job description

Unknown is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Machinist to set up and operate conventional equipment for production and prototype work. You will read drawings, adjust tooling and speeds, and inspect parts to meet tight tolerances in a safety-focused team environment.

The role emphasizes performing multiple machine setups daily, training helpers, and maintaining quality across a range of lathes, mills, and grinders while using Oracle/CMTR systems to locate parts.