Manual Machinist

Manual Machinist (1st Shift)

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Monday - Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm

Moody, AL (On-site)

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As a skilled machinist at Ingersoll Rand, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving our large Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps & Compressors. You will be part of a team that values creativity, excellence, and collaboration.

• Perform set‑ups of large liquid ring vacuum pump components and operate large vertical & horizontal lathes to repair and overhaul pumps and compressors.
• Interpret blueprints and drawings to determine critical dimensions.
• Read micrometers, vernier calipers, dial indicators, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain tolerances as specified, including tolerances as low as .0005".
• Select appropriate cutting tools and determine speeds and feeds for proper surface finish.
• Work overtime, including weekends, as required.
• Operate forklift and overhead crane safely within the machine shop environment, adhering to EH&S & QMS processes.
• Lifting and rigging heavy components, assisting in disassembly, reassembly, repair, and rebuilding of large liquid ring vacuum pumps.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

• Demonstrated knowledge of machine setup and machine controls.
• 3+ years of experience as a machine operator or machinist.
• 2+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• 1+ year of experience working on King‑style boring mills or VTLs.
• Proficiency with a variety of tools and equipment, including depth gauges, bore gauges, height gauges, feeler gauges, micrometers, calipers, deburring tools, die grinders, drill presses, and overhead lifting equipment.

• Prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines.
• Converting between metric and US standard units of measure.
• Problem‑solving involving several variables.
• Using standard problem‑solving methods (e.g., 5 Whys).
• Sharing information effectively in one‑on‑one and small group settings with supervisors, customers, and coworkers.

• HS Diploma or GED preferred; higher education or certificates are a plus.
• Experience with manual machining such as VTL/boring mill or horizontal lathe (King or Cincinnati brand).
• Proven ability to set up and operate manual machines with in‑process offset adjustments.

This position is 100% onsite at our Moody, AL facility.

Ingersoll Rand provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes health care, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and employee stock grants, among other offerings. Our culture of personal ownership empowers you to take charge of your health and well‑being.

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.