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Manual Machinist – 2nd & 3rd Shift | Indianapolis, INElizabeth Banzhaf, LPN Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing Call or Text: Prefer a quick conversation? Call or text Elizabeth directly. Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking experienced Manual Machinists for full-time, onsite opportunities in Indianapolis, Indiana. These positions are specifically for skilled manual machinists with strong hands-on experience operating manual mills and/or lathes. This is not a CNC-focused opportunity.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Manual Machinist will operate a variety of traditional machining equipment to produce, repair, and finish metal components according to blueprints, technical drawings, dimensions, and specified tolerances. The ideal candidate is comfortable independently setting up and operating manual equipment, performing precision measurements, and completing machining operations in a production or shop environment.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESSet up and operate manual lathes, mills, grinders, and drill pressesPerform turning, milling, threading, boring, drilling, and grinding operationsPerform dynamic balancing as requiredRead and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specificationsMachine and assemble components according to required dimensions and tolerancesUse precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and other gaugesVerify dimensions and tolerances throughout the machining processMake machine setup adjustments using traditional gauge-based methodsOperate welding equipment as required, including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Oxy-AcetylenePerform metal spray processes as neededDocument measurements, calculations, and completed work according to company standardsTroubleshoot machining and mechanical issues in both standard and non-standard situationsMaintain safe equipment-operation and shop practicesWork independently while collaborating effectively with other team membersAVAILABLE SHIFTS2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM3rd Shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AMTwo Openings Per ShiftIMPORTANTThese openings require strong manual mill and/or manual lathe experience. CNC experience alone does not qualify. Candidates must already possess the hands-on manual machining skills necessary to operate and set up traditional manual equipment.REQUIREMENTSMinimum 3 Years of Related Hands-On Machining or Mechanical Experience REQUIREDPrevious Hands-On Experience Working as a Manual Machinist REQUIREDStrong Manual Mill and/or Manual Lathe Experience REQUIREDManual Machine Setup and Adjustment Experience REQUIREDAbility to Read and Interpret Blueprints, Technical Drawings, and Specifications REQUIREDExperience Using Precision Measuring Tools Including Micrometers, Calipers, Bore Gauges, and Gauges REQUIREDBasic Math Skills Including Fractions, Decimals, Tolerances, and Measurements REQUIREDStrong Mechanical and Machining Problem-Solving Skills REQUIREDAbility to Work Independently and Collaboratively in a Shop Environment REQUIREDEffective Verbal, Written, and Interpersonal Communication Skills REQUIREDAbility to Work Onsite in Indianapolis, IN REQUIREDAbility to Consistently Work Either 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift REQUIREDHigh School Diploma or Equivalent REQUIREDExperience Operating Grinders and Drill Presses PreferredExperience with Turning, Milling, Threading, Boring, Drilling, Grinding, and Dynamic Balancing PreferredWelding Experience Including MIG, TIG, Stick, and/or Oxy-Acetylene PreferredMetal Spray Experience PreferredTraditional "Old School" Gauge-Based Machine Setup Experience PreferredTechnical Certificate or Associate Degree in a Mechanical/Electrical Field PreferredIMPORTANT: CNC-only candidates are not a fit for these openings. The client does not have the training capacity to transition CNC-only machinists to its manual equipment. Candidates must already possess strong hands-on manual mill and/or lathe experience. Not ready to apply? If you have strong manual machining experience and would prefer to discuss the opportunity first, call or text Elizabeth directly at .
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indianapolis, IN, 46201, US
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