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Manual Machinist, Mill & Lathe - Garden City, MI - First Shift - $24 & Up

Garden City, MI 48135

Employment Type: Temp to Hire Industry: Manufacturing Job Number: 1264 Pay Rate: 24.00

Job Description


Manual Machinist, Mill & Lathe - Garden City, MI - First Shift - $24 & Up
Must be Proficient at working from Prints to perform Precision Manual Machinist duties, making Prototype Automotive and Aerospace Parts from Prints.

This is a Prototype and Short Run Production Shop Opportunity

Manual Machinist Job Summary
We are looking for a Manual Machinist to join our team.
In this position, you will help us create tools and other components using a variety of equipment, such as a manual Lathe, Mill, Drill Press, and Surface Grinders.
Our ideal candidate has completed a training program through an industry apprenticeship or earned a machinist certificate from a vocational school and has at least one year of manufacturing experience or has at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment as a machinist.
Knowledge of welding (MIG & TIG) a plus.
There may be times when there is no machining work to be done; in this case, you may be asked to perform other duties within the department or the company.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Read Prints to determine what equipment and materials are necessary for the job
  • Follow the Prints to create the appropriate tools and/or components/parts
  • Operate the machines required for machining operations
  • Finish projects using manual tools
  • Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure they remain in good working order
  • Able to read Micrometers, Calipers and various test equipment and gages
Requirements and Qualifications
  • Manual Lathe machining experience
  • Manual Mill machining experience
  • Surface Grinder experience
  • Printing reading skills
  • Shop Math skills
  • Must own basic tools
  • At least 5-Years in a manufacturing environment
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Be willing to work overtime when required
Pay Range: $25.00 Per Hour possibly more, determined following Job Site Interview.
  Hours: Monday through Friday: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, but till 5:30 PM, as required and directed, is the norm. Saturday: 7 AM to 1:30 PM frequently required.  

Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Background Check Requires
This is a "Temp-To-Hire" Job Opportunity.
  Excellent Benefits available if/when hired In-house, after 30-Days, including:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life and PTO. 

Job Requirements

Manual Mill, Bridgeport, Manual Lathe, Set-up, Operate, Prototype,

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