Manual Machinist

Located in Davenport, IA

Salary: $30

Job Title Manual Machinist 

Location: Davenport 
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Pay Range: $27-$35

 

About the Company

Express Employment is seeking a Manual Machinist to join our client’s team. 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and other machine shop equipment.
• Manufacture, repair, and modify precision metal components to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and machining specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling and determine proper speeds, feeds, and machining methods.
• Machine parts to specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.

 

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience with manual machining equipment and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work safely and independently in an industrial machine shop environment.
• Ability to stand and work around machinery for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience working with manual lathes and mills in a production or job shop environment.
• Knowledge of tooling, metal properties, speeds, feeds, and machining tolerances.
• Experience machining a variety of metals and materials.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and make necessary adjustments.
• Previous experience performing machine setup and determining appropriate tooling.
• Experience with precision inspection and quality control practices.

 

What We Offer

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Earned holiday pay
• 401K

 

How to Apply

 

If you are interested in the Manual Machinist position and have the skill set to match, please apply is us at www.expresspros.com or call the office at 563-345-1600 or 309-601-1600.

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