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Manual Machinist, Toolmaker

Nautilus Holdings LLC
Windham, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2026

Job Title: Manual Machinist, Tool Maker

Department: Direct Labor
Reports To: Machining Manager

Job Description:


This hands-on role involves producing precision components, tooling, prototypes, and production parts using a variety of manual and CNC machines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, experienced with a wide range of shop equipment, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where quality and craftsmanship are valued.
 

Responsibilities:

  • Good organizational, work planning and documentation skills
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes
  • Proficient in the use of calipers, micrometers, and visual comparators to evaluate critical drawing dimensions
  • Operate common machine shop equipment including manual lathes, Proto TRAK CNC Milling Machines, Proto TRAK CNC Turning Machines, horizontal, and vertical band saws
  • Operate your machines to grind, cut, and polish the materials
  • Finish projects using manual tools
  • Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure they remain in good working order

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of related experience
  • Machinist vocational certificate or completed industry apprenticeship
  • Manual dexterity and high attention to detail 
  • Lathe machining experience
  • Quality mindset with 
  • Blueprinting reading skills and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)


Salary: $33.00-$43.00

 

Job Type: Full-time 

 

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching 
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance 
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement 
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Manual Machinist, Tool Maker 

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand

Not Applicable

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

Sitting



X


Standing



X


Walking



X


Climbing/Balancing

X




Stooping/Twisting

X




Kneeling

X




Squatting

X




Crawling

X




Push/Pull

X




Reaching


X



Gripping


X



Keyboarding

X




Pinching


X



Neck Rotation/Extension



X


Foot Use

X




Visual Acuity (Near/Far)



X


Lift/Carry 

Not Applicable

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

Up to 10 lbs

 

 

X

 

11 to 25 lbs

 

 

X

 

26 to 50 lbs

X

 

X

 

51 to 75 lbs

X

 


 

76 to 100 lbs

X

 


 

Over 100 lbs

X

 


 

Environmental

Not Applicable

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

Uneven Ground

X

 

 

 

Exposure to Dust/Fumes


 

X

 

Excessive Noise


 

X

 

Exposure to Biohazards

X

 


 

Extreme Temperatures

X

 


 

Exposure to Hazards

X

 


 

Working at Heights

X

 


 

Working with Machinery


 


X

Mental Demand

Not Applicable

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

Comprehension

 

 

 

X

Organization




X

Reasoning/Decision Making




X

Communication




X

Resilience




X


Physical and Mental Efforts:


General: Extensive mobility required, some moderate to heavy lifting. Position requires ability to lift objects weighing more than 50 pounds occasionally; walking and standing for long durations; see objects closely; and hear normal sounds with some background noises. Position requires ability to concentrate with some interruption and attend to tasks for 45 to 60 minutes at a time. 


Environmental and Working Conditions:


Industrial shop setting. Dust, dirt, metal debris from manufacturing will be encountered. Moderate levels of noise will be encountered. 

 

Micro Precision is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.


Salary : $33 - $43

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