At StaffBuildersHR, we connect great people with great companies! With weekly pay, no fees, and real opportunities for growth, we make it easy to build a rewarding career. We're partnering with a well-established industrial machining and equipment repair company in Lakeland that is looking to add an experienced Manual Machinist to their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist who enjoys hands-on, custom work and takes pride in repairing and fabricating precision industrial components in a true machine shop environment. What Makes the Job Great Work on unique industrial repair and machining projects rather than repetitive production work Stable, long-term opportunity with an established company Hands-on environment where craftsmanship and technical skills are valued What You'll Be Doing Set up and operate manual engine lathes and Bridgeport-style milling machines Machine, repair, modify, and restore industrial equipment components Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications Perform drilling, milling, boring, threading, keyway cutting, and other machining operations Use precision measuring tools including micrometers, dial bore gauges, calipers, and indicators Machine a variety of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals Select and install tooling, fixtures, and materials required for each project Operate shop equipment such as drill presses, band saws, hydraulic presses, and other machine shop tools Safely move materials and components using forklifts and material handling equipment Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all safety procedures Assist with additional shop duties and projects as needed Who We're Looking For Previous hands-on Manual Machinist experience required Strong experience operating manual engine lathes Experience with manual milling machines, including Bridgeport-style mills Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings Proficient with precision measuring instruments, especially micrometers and dial bore gauges Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail Experience machining large industrial components is preferred Ability to accurately read a tape measure Forklift experience is a plus Welding, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, or CDL experience is beneficial but not required Ability to work independently while maintaining quality and safety standards What You Can Expect $22.00 to $25.00 per hour , depending on experience Monday through Friday schedule, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Weekly pay Opportunity for permanent hire with excellent benefits Company-paid portion of health insurance for employees and families 10 paid holidays 1 week PTO after 6 months 2 weeks PTO after 1 year 3 weeks PTO after 5 years

Pay:

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person