Manual Machinist

Description:

Manual Machinist Location:

Climate controlled facility in Beachwood OH.

Hours:

7am•3:30pm

Pay:

$20•23/hour paid weekly (+ eligible for overtime) About Helix Linear Helix Linear Technologies designs and manufactures high-precision motion control systems for industries where performance matters most, including aerospace, medical devices, defense, and advanced automation. Our products power mission-critical applications where reliability and precision down to ±0.0001 inches make all the difference. Our vision is to engineer what's possible in motion, with precision, integrity, and purpose. We pursue that vision by designing, machining, grinding, and assembling critical motion components in-house, including precision ball screws and linear systems. Our clean, climate-controlled facility is equipped with advanced manufacturing equipment including Citizen Swiss lathes, multi-axis CNC mills, precision grinders, and specialized assembly and test systems. Helix is growing and investing in new equipment, advanced processes, and the systems required to scale with discipline. As we expand, we're building a world-class precision manufacturing operation, which means higher standards for ownership, communication, urgency, and accountability across every role on the floor. About the Position The Manual Machinist is a hands-on craftsman responsible for setting up and running manual machining centers, including Bridgeport-style knee mills and engine/toolroom lathes, to produce precision components, prototypes, fixtures, and short-run production work in Helix's high-mix, low-volume environment. This role is ideal for an experienced machinist who reads blueprints fluently, holds tight tolerances by feel and measurement, and takes ownership of every part that leaves their machine. You'll work alongside CNC programmers, engineers, and quality, often making the parts that keep production moving and protect our reputation for precision. Responsibilities Setup & Operation. Independently set up and operate Bridgeport-style vertical knee mills and manual engine/toolroom lathes to machine prototypes, fixtures, tooling, and production parts from steel, stainless, aluminum, brass, and engineered plastics. Blueprint Interpretation. Read and interpret engineering drawings including

ASME Y14.5

GD&T, datum structures, surface finish callouts, and tolerance stacks, and translate them into a sound machining plan. Tooling & Fixturing . Select and grind cutting tools, build workholding setups (vises, collets, chucks, V-blocks, parallels, soft jaws), indicate and align work to tenths, and design simple fixtures when needed. Precision Inspection. Use micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauge pins, thread gauges, height gauges, and bore gauges to perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspection on tolerances down to ±0.0001 inches. Operations Performed. Face, turn, bore, drill, ream, tap, thread (single-point and tap), knurl, mill, slot, counterbore, and chamfer per print, including secondary operations on CNC-machined components. Quality Ownership. Verify part conformance to drawing and quality standards (AS9100 / ISO 9001), document inspection results, and quarantine non-conforming material per Helix procedures. Production Support. Partner with CNC machinists, engineering, and quality to support prototypes, rework, tooling repair, and bridge production while CNC capacity is being set up or programmed. Continuous Improvement. Identify opportunities to improve setups, reduce cycle time, extend tool life, and improve part quality. Share what you learn with the team. Maintenance & 5S. Perform daily machine checks, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance. Keep your work area clean, organized, and audit-ready. Safety. Operate in full compliance with Helix safety standards, including proper PPE, lock-out/tag-out, and safe handling of coolants, oils, and chips.

Requirements:

Who You Are You read blueprints fluently and machine to print, not approximately You can set up from a blank table or bare chuck without waiting for someone else to get you started You take ownership of part quality from the first chip to final inspection You communicate proactively when something is off and help find the fix You hold yourself to a standard even when no one is watching What You Bring Required High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a recognized machinist apprenticeship, vocational program, or equivalent on-the-job training 3+ years of hands-on manual machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment Demonstrated proficiency setting up and running Bridgeport-style mills and manual lathes independently Fluent blueprint and GD&T reading per

ASME Y14.5

Skilled with precision measuring instruments: micrometers, calipers, dial and test indicators, gauge pins, height gauges, thread gauges Strong shop math: trigonometry, decimals, fractions, conversions, feeds/speeds Ability to hold tolerances down to ±0.0001 inches on appropriate features Preferred Experience machining lead screws, ball screws, shafts, or other linear motion components Familiarity with thread rolling, centerless grinding, or single-point threading Background in

AS9100, ISO

9001, or other regulated environment (aerospace, medical, defense) Tool & die, toolroom, or prototype-shop experience Basic CNC operating experience (Fanuc or Haas), path to grow into CNC roles ERP experience (Epicor preferred) for time tracking and job reporting Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally Manual dexterity and visual acuity sufficient to inspect features and read precision instruments Comfortable working with industrial fluids (coolants, cutting oils, solvents) using standard PPE Safety glasses and steel-toe footwear required on the floor Why Join Helix? At Helix, manufacturing isn't just what we do, it's who we are. Our work is built around precision, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. You'll work in a clean, climate-controlled facility with advanced equipment, alongside machinists, engineers, and operators who take pride in their work and hold themselves to high standards. Helix is building something meaningful, not just high-precision products, but a company defined by integrity, clarity, and disciplined execution in industries where the stakes are high. We engineer with purpose, take ownership of our work, and believe doing things the right way matters. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans, PTO, and major holidays, along with steady daytime hours and scheduling flexibility to support work-life balance. If you take pride in precision, craftsmanship, and doing work that actually matters, Helix is a place where you'll fit right in. Helix Linear Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to U.S. export control laws, applicants must be U.S. persons (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident). Manual Machinist Beachwood, OH 44122 $20•$23 an hour $20•$23 an hour

Description:

Manual Machinist Location:

Climate controlled facility in Beachwood OH.

Hours:

7am•3:30pm

Pay:

$20•23/hour paid weekly (+ eligible for overtime) About Helix Linear Helix Linear Technologies designs and manufactures high-precision motion control systems for industries where performance matters most, including aerospace, medical devices, defense, and advanced automation. Our products power mission-critical applications where reliability and precision down to ±0.0001 inches make all the difference. Our vision is to engineer what's possible in motion, with precision, integrity, and purpose. We pursue that vision by designing, machining, grinding, and assembling critical motion components in-house, including precision ball screws and linear systems. Our clean, climate-controlled facility is equipped with advanced manufacturing equipment including Citizen Swiss lathes, multi-axis CNC mills, precision grinders, and specialized assembly and test systems. Helix is growing and investing in new equipment, advanced processes, and the systems required to scale with discipline. As we expand, we're building a world-class precision manufacturing operation, which means higher standards for ownership, communication, urgency, and accountability across every role on the floor. About the Position The Manual Machinist is a hands-on craftsman responsible for setting up and running manual machining centers, including Bridgeport-style knee mills and engine/toolroom lathes, to produce precision components, prototypes, fixtures, and short-run production work in Helix's high-mix, low-volume environment. This role is ideal for an experienced machinist who reads blueprints fluently, holds tight tolerances by feel and measurement, and takes ownership of every part that leaves their machine. You'll work alongside CNC programmers, engineers, and quality, often making the parts that keep production moving and protect our reputation for precision. Responsibilities Setup & Operation. Independently set up and operate Bridgeport-style vertical knee mills and manual engine/toolroom lathes to machine prototypes, fixtures, tooling, and production parts from steel, stainless, aluminum, brass, and engineered plastics. Blueprint Interpretation. Read and interpret engineering drawings including

ASME Y14.5

GD&T, datum structures, surface finish callouts, and tolerance stacks, and translate them into a sound machining plan. Tooling & Fixturing . Select and grind cutting tools, build workholding setups (vises, collets, chucks, V-blocks, parallels, soft jaws), indicate and align work to tenths, and design simple fixtures when needed. Precision Inspection. Use micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauge pins, thread gauges, height gauges, and bore gauges to perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspection on tolerances down to ±0.0001 inches. Operations Performed. Face, turn, bore, drill, ream, tap, thread (single-point and tap), knurl, mill, slot, counterbore, and chamfer per print, including secondary operations on CNC-machined components. Quality Ownership. Verify part conformance to drawing and quality standards (AS9100 / ISO 9001), document inspection results, and quarantine non-conforming material per Helix procedures. Production Support. Partner with CNC machinists, engineering, and quality to support prototypes, rework, tooling repair, and bridge production while CNC capacity is being set up or programmed. Continuous Improvement. Identify opportunities to improve setups, reduce cycle time, extend tool life, and improve part quality. Share what you learn with the team. Maintenance & 5S. Perform daily machine checks, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance. Keep your work area clean, organized, and audit-ready. Safety. Operate in full compliance with Helix safety standards, including proper PPE, lock-out/tag-out, and safe handling of coolants, oils, and chips.

Requirements:

Who You Are You read blueprints fluently and machine to print, not approximately You can set up from a blank table or bare chuck without waiting for someone else to get you started You take ownership of part quality from the first chip to final inspection You communicate proactively when something is off and help find the fix You hold yourself to a standard even when no one is watching What You Bring Required High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a recognized machinist apprenticeship, vocational program, or equivalent on-the-job training 3+ years of hands-on manual machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment Demonstrated proficiency setting up and running Bridgeport-style mills and manual lathes independently Fluent blueprint and GD&T reading per

ASME Y14.5

Skilled with precision measuring instruments: micrometers, calipers, dial and test indicators, gauge pins, height gauges, thread gauges Strong shop math: trigonometry, decimals, fractions, conversions, feeds/speeds Ability to hold tolerances down to ±0.0001 inches on appropriate features Preferred Experience machining lead screws, ball screws, shafts, or other linear motion components Familiarity with thread rolling, centerless grinding, or single-point threading Background in

AS9100, ISO

9001, or other regulated environment (aerospace, medical, defense) Tool & die, toolroom, or prototype-shop experience Basic CNC operating experience (Fanuc or Haas), path to grow into CNC roles ERP experience (Epicor preferred) for time tracking and job reporting Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally Manual dexterity and visual acuity sufficient to inspect features and read precision instruments Comfortable working with industrial fluids (coolants, cutting oils, solvents) using standard PPE Safety glasses and steel-toe footwear required on the floor Why Join Helix? At Helix, manufacturing isn't just what we do, it's who we are. Our work is built around precision, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. You'll work in a clean, climate-controlled facility with advanced equipment, alongside machinists, engineers, and operators who take pride in their work and hold themselves to high standards. Helix is building something meaningful, not just high-precision products, but a company defined by integrity, clarity, and disciplined execution in industries where the stakes are high. We engineer with purpose, take ownership of our work, and believe doing things the right way matters. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans, PTO, and major holidays, along with steady daytime hours and scheduling flexibility to support work-life balance. If you take pride in precision, craftsmanship, and doing work that actually matters, Helix is a place where you'll fit right in. Helix Linear Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to U.S. export control laws, applicants must be U.S. persons (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident).