Manual Machinist

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Manual Machinist Job Description This role focuses on precision machining of components for rotating equipment using manual mills and lathes in an industrial machine shop environment. You will work primarily with steel and stainless steel to produce high-quality parts that meet tight tolerances for critical applications in refineries, power plants, and other industrial facilities. Responsibilities Machine parts for rotating equipment such as pumps, shafts, couplings, rings, cases, turbines, and valves using manual mills and lathes. Set up manual mills and lathes, including selecting appropriate tooling, aligning workpieces, and configuring machine parameters for each job. Operate manual lathes and mills to produce parts to specification, maintaining tolerances down to two thousandths of an inch. Use presses and grinders, including end mills and other tooling, to perform finishing operations and achieve required surface quality and dimensions. Work primarily with steel and stainless steel, as well as other ferrous and non-ferrous materials, ensuring proper handling and machining techniques for each material type. Inspect machined parts during and after production to verify dimensions and tolerances, making adjustments to setups or processes as needed. Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring tools, machines, and equipment remain in good working condition. Follow all shop safety procedures and guidelines while working around rotating equipment and heavy machinery. Stand for prolonged periods while operating equipment and performing machining tasks. Collaborate with shop personnel and leadership to meet production schedules and support consistent workflow for refinery and power plant customers. Essential Skills At least 4 years of experience operating manual mills and lathes. Hands-on experience as a manual machinist working with rotating equipment components. Proficiency operating manual lathes, including setup and precision turning operations. Proficiency operating manual mills, including setup and precision milling operations. Ability to hold tolerances down to two thousandths of an inch. Experience working with stainless steel and other ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Skilled in using presses for machining and assembly-related operations. Skilled in using grinders and end mills for finishing and precision work. Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with industrial machinery and rotating equipment. Ability to stand for prolonged periods while operating machines in a shop environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Horizontal boring mill experience is a significant plus. Experience in refinery or rotating equipment environments is highly beneficial. Experience in machining parts for energy, municipal, or industrial applications is advantageous. Comfort working in a high-activity shop with consistent workload and overtime opportunities. Why Work Here? The company offers a stable and consistent work schedule with a steady flow of projects, providing reliable income and long-term security. Employees receive competitive benefits when brought on directly, along with opportunities for merit-based raises and advancement into lead or supervisory roles. The leadership team emphasizes a family-like environment and is committed to taking care of employees and supporting their needs. The shop is part of a long-established organization in the rotating equipment space and operates in a growing facility with strong performance and ongoing investment. Work Environment This position is based in an industrial machine shop that services refineries, power plants, and a variety of other customers in the energy and municipal sectors. The shop focuses on rotating equipment and uses manual mills, lathes, presses, grinders, and related machining tools. You will primarily work with steel and stainless steel, as well as other ferrous and non-ferrous materials, in a hands-on, production-focused environment. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with overtime available as needed, and employees are currently working 6 to 7 days per week. The environment is active and fast-paced, with a strong emphasis on safety, precision, and teamwork. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Benicia, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Benicia,CA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.