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Job Description
Machine Operator /
Machine Shop Technician Location:
Mentor, OH Employment Type:
Direct Hire Pay Rate:
$21-$23.25/hr (DOE)
Shift:
1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM - 2:30
PM Industry:
Aerospace & Aviation Manufacturing About Parker Meggitt Parker Meggitt is a globally recognized aerospace and defense manufacturer delivering advanced technologies and mission-critical components used across commercial aviation, military aircraft, and aerospace platforms worldwide. With a reputation built on innovation, engineering excellence, and long-term stability, Parker Meggitt offers employees the opportunity to build rewarding careers while contributing to products that help keep the world moving safely. Launch Your Aerospace Manufacturing Career Join a global aerospace leader where precision, craftsmanship, and quality directly impact the safety and performance of aircraft around the world. Parker Meggitt is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator / Machine Shop Technician to support the production of high-precision aerospace components. If you have machine shop experience, deburring skills, blueprint reading abilities, and a strong attention to detail, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in a stable and growing industry. Why You'll Love This Opportunity ✅ Direct Hire Position ✅ Stable Aerospace Industry with Long-Term Growth ✅ First Shift Schedule - Work-Life Balance ✅ Excellent Benefits & Retirement Programs ✅ Career Development & Tuition Reimbursement ✅ Opportunity to Work on Critical Aerospace Components Key Responsibilities Perform manual machining support operations including cutting, shaping, drilling, reaming, forming, deburring, and finishing aerospace components Remove burrs, sharp edges, tool marks, and surface imperfections while ensuring product quality and workmanship standards Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment Utilize calipers, micrometers, gauges, comparators, and other inspection tools to verify part conformance Support Statistical Process Control (SPC) activities and quality documentation requirements Identify manufacturing defects, non-conformances, and quality concerns Maintain compliance with safety procedures, quality standards, and manufacturing requirements Required Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED required Candidates must provide proof of education prior to employment consideration if required by company policy. Experience Minimum 1-2 years of experience in: Manufacturing Operations, Machine Shop Operations, Precision Machining, Manual Machining, Deburring, Component Finishing or Production Manufacturing Technical Skills Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings Demonstrated experience performing: Manual Machining Operations, Conventional Machining, Drilling, Reaming, Shaping, Forming, Material Removal Operations Or Precision Component Processing Hands-on experience performing: Deburring, Burr Removal, Precision Finishing, Surface Finishing, Edge Finishing, Hand Finishing, Tool Mark Removal, Surface Preparation Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and precision measuring instruments Ability to perform visual and dimensional inspections Experience operating: Manual Lathes, Engine Lathes, Manual Milling Machines, Drill Presses Or Conventional Machine Shop Equipment is preferred Knowledge of shop math, measurements, tolerances, and dimensional calculations Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications Aerospace Manufacturing experience Aviation or Defense Manufacturing experience Precision Machining or Metal Fabrication experience Experience with manual lathes, milling machines, or drill presses Experience with comparators, profilometers, height gauges, or surface plates Statistical Process Control (SPC) experience Technical school, vocational training, or machining certification Benefits & Retirement Programs Parker Meggitt offers a highly competitive benefits package including: Health & Wellness Medical Insurance Prescription Drug Coverage Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Financial & Retirement Benefits 401(k) Plan 100% Company Match on First 5% of Employee Contributions Company-Funded Retirement Contribution Equal to 3% of Eligible Compensation Financial Planning Assistance Identity Protection Programs Legal Protection Plans Additional Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) 13 Company-Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Adoption Assistance Care.com Membership Pet Wellness Programs Career Development Opportunities Apply Today If you have manufacturing, machining, deburring, finishing, inspection, or machine shop experience and are looking for a stable first-shift opportunity with a respected aerospace manufacturer, we encourage you to apply. and take the next step in your manufacturing career with Parker Meggitt.
Pay:
$21.00 - $23.25 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Parental leave Prescription drug insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have 1-2+ years of hands-on manual machining experience operating manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, or similar equipment in a manufacturing environment? (Yes/No) Can you read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements? (Yes/No) Do you have experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, or other precision measuring instruments to verify part dimensions and quality? (Yes/No) Have you operated a manual lathe to perform turning, facing, threading, or related machining operations? (Yes/No) Have you operated a manual milling machine (Bridgeport or similar) to perform milling, drilling, boring, or machining operations? (Yes/No) Have you performed drilling, reaming, tapping, cutting, shaping, or forming operations on metal components? (Yes/No) Have you performed hand deburring to remove burrs, sharp edges, tool marks, or machining imperfections from precision components? (Yes/No) Are you proficient with deburring tools such as files, deburring knives, abrasive pads, rotary tools, or similar finishing equipment? (Yes/No) Have you performed surface finishing, edge finishing, or cosmetic finishing to meet drawing and quality requirements? (Yes/No) Do you possess working knowledge of machine shop mathematics including fractions, decimals, measurements, conversions, and tolerance calculations? (Yes/No) Are you comfortable performing repetitive machining, deburring, inspection, and finishing operations throughout an entire shift while maintaining quality, accuracy, and productivity expectations? (Yes/No)
