Job Details

1st Shift Manual Machinist April 23, 2026

Located in Columbus, IN

Pay: Up to $35/hr

Job Full Description

Manual Machinist

 

 

A precision-focused manufacturing facility in the Columbus area is looking to add a skilled Manual Machinist to their team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on machining, problem-solving, and producing high-accuracy components for a variety of industries.

 

 

Pay & Benefits: 

  • Up to $35/hr based on experience.
  • Company is willing to train!
  • Full benefits including medical, dental
  • 401k and PTO offered as well! 

Schedule: 

  • 1st shift
  • Mon-Fri
  • Flexible on hours
  • Open to someone full-time or part-time

Company Info:

  • Located in Columbus
  • Manufacturing company

Job Duties:

  • Operate manual lathes, mills, and machining tools to produce parts with tight tolerances
  • Read and interpret complex blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T specifications
  • Verify part accuracy using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, CMM equipment, and other precision instruments
  • Set up tooling, fixtures, and workpieces for different machining operations
  • Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot issues as needed
  • Follow all safety protocols when operating power tools, hand tools, welding equipment, and other machinery
  • Assist with assembly tasks as needed and collaborate closely with the production team

Job Requirements:

    • Previous experience as a Manual Machinist or similar machining role
    • Strong mechanical understanding of machining processes; CNC lathe/mill experience preferred
    • CAM programming, CNC programming, and G-code familiarity is a plus
    • Ability to read and work from complex blueprints using GD&T principles
    • Skilled with precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and CMM equipment
    • Experience with EDM, plastics injection molding, welding, or related processes is a bonus
    • Comfortable with basic math for measurements and tolerances; lean manufacturing knowledge is helpful
    • Ability to operate a forklift (or willingness to be trained)
    • Strong hand-eye coordination and experience with tools, fixtures, and setup processes

 

 

Easy Ways to Apply: 

  • Call our Recruiting Center at to complete a quick phone interview.
  • Text JOBS to to request a call from an Express recruiter.
  • After hours, complete your application at ExpressColumbus.com

About Us:

Serving Columbus, Shelbyville, Edinburgh, Franklin, Seymour, North Vernon, and the surrounding counties. Express Employment Professionals is a full-service staffing agency specializing in Industrial, Warehouse, Administrative, Skilled Manufacturing, Engineering, Accounting, and Finance positions.

We are located at 1405 Washington Street, Columbus, IN 47201 and can be reached at . 

Columbus, IN
2808
1405 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201

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