Manual Machinist
Core
Set up and operate manual mills and lathes to produce precision components by interpreting technical drawings and ensuring parts meet specifications.
Role type
hands-on manual machinist
Builds
precision components
Domain
manufacturing / machining
Required skills
manual milling, manual lathe operation, blueprint reading, GD&T interpretation, tool selection, machining math, quality inspection, preventive maintenance
Preferred skills
CNC programming, process improvement
Technologies
manual mills, manual lathes, hand tools
Responsibilities
Set up and operate manual mills and lathes, interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and orthographic drawings, perform machining operations such as drilling, grooving, turning, facing, knurling, thread chasing, and cutting, measure and inspect first-run parts to confirm dimensions and tolerances, perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues, sharpen or replace worn tooling, document work activities and communicate shift updates.