Manual Machinist

At McElroy, we take pride in building the precision components that power our world-class fusion and fintube machines. As a Manual Machinist, you'll work hands-on with metal parts using tools like the Bridgeport Manual Mill, lathes, and other precision equipment - crafting each piece with care and accuracy.

If you enjoy problem-solving, craftsmanship, and working in a clean, climate-controlled environment, this is your opportunity to join a company that values skill, dedication, and attention to detail.

This opening is for 2nd shift. The hours are Mon - Thurs 4:30pm - 3am. All 2nd shift employees receive 11.5% shift premium on all hours worked.

What You'll Do

* Set up and operate manual mills and lathes, including Bridgeport Manual Mills

* Perform your own setups and create custom work holding for unique parts

* Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to meet exact specifications

* Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges to check dimensions and accuracy

* Machine high-mix, low-volume parts with precision and care

* Inspect your own work to ensure top-quality results

* Troubleshoot and resolve machining challenges as they arise

* Maintain a clean and organized workspace following all safety and 5S standards

What You Bring

* Proven experience in manual machining (mills and lathes required)

* Strong measuring and inspection skills

* Ability to read blueprints, understand tolerances, and plan machining steps

* Comfort working independently on one-of-a-kind or small-batch parts

* Physical ability to stand, bend, and move throughout most of your shift

* Capability to lift and move parts up to 50 pounds, using lifting devices when possible

Safety-Sensitive Designation:

* Jobs which involve one or more tasks or duties that could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others are considered safety-sensitive. This position is safety-sensitive because, in addition to the essential functions, it also involves performing one or more of the following essential tasks or duties:

* The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous material

* The operation of a motor vehicle, other vehicle, equipment, machinery or power tools

* Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage

* The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including, but not limited to, electric, gas, and water utilities, power generation or distribution.

* The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component.