Manual Boring Mill Machinist

Job Title: Manual Boring Mill Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Manual Boring Mill Machinist to join our team in setting up and operating manual vertical and horizontal boring mills. This role involves producing large-scale cylindrical precision components with the utmost accuracy. Your expertise in reading and interpreting technical drawings will be vital to ensure the high-quality production of precision parts, meeting both customer and company standards while maintaining safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual boring mills to machine precision components.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished parts, ensuring correct fixture and tooling.
• Interpret and follow engineering blueprints and work instructions.
• Verify part dimensions using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and bore gauges.
• Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain productivity and quality.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks and report machine malfunctions.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Adhere to all company safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Essential Skills

• Machining experience, particularly manual machining.
• Proficiency with manual lathe and mill operations.
• Experience with boring mills.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools such as analog and digital micrometers and calipers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of machining experience, preferably with large-capacity lathes.
• Experience in job shop settings.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Experience with large part handling and overhead crane operation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training is a plus.

Why Work Here?

This site has been operational for over 80 years and offers a stable work environment with significant investments into the facility due to its proximity to local steel mills. The company already has work lined up for the majority of 2026, providing job security. Many employees retire here, enjoying the long-term stability and supportive work culture.

Work Environment

The work environment is a job shop/machine shop setting with roughly 35 people, including machinists, welders, and office staff. Working hours are typically from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, but currently extend from 5 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with optional Saturdays from 6 AM to 12 PM, totaling 50-56 hours per week. Employees are provided with 12 uniforms, ensuring a clean uniform for work every day.

This is a Permanent position based out of Riverdale, IL.

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $68640.00/yr.

Comprehensive Medical and Prescription Drug Program Dental and Vision Insurance Company Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Tuition Assistance Program 401K Retirement Plan Company Paid Short and Long Term Disability

This is a fully onsite position in Riverdale,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 2025.

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.