Night Shift Manual Machinist

GLO Resources is currently hiring a Manual Machinist to work nights at a busy fabrication shop in New Orleans, LA. The pay is between $22–$33 per hour, depending on experience. This is a night shift position working Monday through Friday for 8 – 10 hours per day. Overtime and weekend work available based on the needs of the business.

Position Summary: The ideal candidate will have experience operating manual machining equipment in a fabrication shop environment. This role involves machining and fabricating parts using manual lathes, milling machines, and drill presses while ensuring all work meets precise specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment including lathes, milling machines, and drill presses.
• Machine and fabricate parts according to drawings, specifications, and shop requirements.
• Perform measurements and inspections to ensure parts meet quality standards and tolerances.
• Maintain and organize machinist tools and equipment.
• Assist with fabrication shop operations and support other shop personnel as needed.
• Disassemble and reassemble pumps, valves, and hydraulic components when required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while following shop safety procedures.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members to complete projects efficiently.
• Report equipment issues or machining concerns to supervisors.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience as a Manual Machinist.
• Proficient in operating manual lathes (vertical and horizontal), milling machines, and drill presses.
• Experience working in a fabrication shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and machining specifications.
• Shipyard or marine industry experience preferred.
• Must have own machinist hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to machine parts accurately to specifications.

Physical Requirements:This position involves regular physical activity, including:

• Standing for prolonged periods.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing.
• Working in trenches and around heavy equipment.
• Pushing and pulling heavy materials and equipment.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must pass a physical, drug screen, and background check.

Benefits Offered:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Additional benefits to be discussed

Pay: $22.00 - $33.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Tell us about a machining project you completed from blueprint to finished part. What was your role?
• What precision measuring tools are you comfortable using, and how have you used them to ensure quality?
• Describe your experience operating manual (Not CNC) machine shop equipment (lathes, mills, drill presses, or boring mills).

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $33