Manual Machinist

Company: Aerotek
Location: Kenner
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Manual Machinist Job Description As a Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for machining parts for rotating equipment such as pumps, shafts, couplings, rings, cases, turbines, and valves using manual mills and lathes. You will primarily work with steel and stainless steel, ensuring precision down to .5 thousandths of an inch in tolerance. Responsibilities Operate manual mills and lathes to machine parts for rotating equipment. Work primarily with steel and stainless steel materials. Ensure precision machining down to .5 thousandths of an inch. Utilize equipment such as horizontal boring mills and vertical turret lathes. Read and interpret blueprints and use calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools. Perform grinding and use drill presses as needed. Essential Skills 4 years of experience in manual machining. Proficiency in operating lathes and mills. Ability to maintain precise tolerances in machining. Familiarity with horizontal boring mills (HBM) and vertical turret lathes (VTL). Strong blueprint reading skills and use of micrometers and calipers. Additional Skills & Qualifications VTL and HBM skills are highly desired for the shop environment. Why Work Here? Join a dynamic work environment where you can grow your skills and career. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, and life insurance options. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program and transportation benefits support your work-life balance. Eligible employees also enjoy paid time off, including vacation and sick leave, ensuring you have the time you need for personal and family commitments. Work Environment Work in a climate-controlled indoor shop with a flexible schedule. Shifts run from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM or 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM, Monday through Thursday, with occasional Friday, Saturday, and Sunday shifts for emergencies. Holiday work is compensated at double time, and employees receive a 10% differential for PM shifts. Enjoy eight holidays and two floating holidays, along with a 4% 401(k) match. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kenner, LA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Kenner,LA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 15, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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