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Manual Machinist

Randstad
Milford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026
Salary: $64k - 77k per year none
Reference: AB_4995025

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Manual Machinist to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating manual machine shop equipment—specifically Bridgeport milling machines and manual lathes—to fabricate precision parts, custom tooling, and prototypes based on engineering drawings and blueprints.

If you are a true craftsman who thrives in a custom/low-volume job shop environment rather than high-volume production lines, we want to hear from you today!! 

Email william.distefano@randstadusa.com for immediate considerationZPMLSTCMsalary: $64,000 - $77,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

  • Set up and safely operate manual machinery, including Bridgeports, mills, lathes, surface grinders, band saws, and drill presses.
  • Interpret mechanical blueprints, engineering drawings, and job specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining sequences.
  • Machine a variety of materials (aluminum, steel, plastics, copper) to tight tolerances ( /- .001 or better) for custom tooling and machine components.
  • Perform self-inspections of parts using standard measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges) to ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Determine the appropriate cutting tools, feeds, speeds, and fixtures required for each specific job.
  • Work closely with the engineering and assembly teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and ensure project deadlines are met.
The essential functions of this role include:
  • working in a smoke free environment

  • Skills
  • Mill
  • Lathe
  • Drill
  • Setting
  • Quality Control

  • Qualifications
  • Years of experience: 5 years
  • Experience level: Experienced

  • Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.



    Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

    At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

    Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

    This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Salary : $64,000 - $77,000

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