Job Summary: As a Manual Machinist you will be responsible for Machining parts of various sizes using lathes, horizontal & vertical boring mills, knee-mills, grinders, saws etc. Position is located in a fast-paced industrial setting and often requires long hours & frequent call-outs. Key Responsibilities: • Perform turning, threading, boring and facing operations in various size lathes • Perform drilling, tapping, boring and facing operations in a large horizontal boring mill • Perform turning, boring, and facing operations in a large vertical boring mill • Operate miscellaneous machines including saws, grinders, shapers, key-seaters, radial arm drills and threading machines • Use manual micrometers, calipers and gauges to measure dimensions as small as .0001’’ • Follow and help improve shop safety rules • Routinely rig and handle parts weighing up to 40,000 lbs. • Routinely transport parts utilizing forklifts, overhead cranes, jib cranes etc. • Interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches • Recognize and properly utilize inserts, fixtures and various tooling • Properly sign-out and account for tooling and consumables • Obtain QC approval at noted hold points • Provide feedback to estimators regarding quotes, budgets etc. • Assist with shop improvement activities • Other duties as required Education: • High School Diploma or GED is preferred. Knowledge Skills & Abilities: • Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics. • Understanding various machining techniques, including turning, milling, grinding, and drilling. • Knowledge of different metals and materials, including their properties and how they behave during machining. • Familiarity with precision measurement tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges. • Proficient in operating CNC machines, lathes, mills, and other machinery. • Skilled in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively. • Ability to troubleshoot issues with machines or materials and implement solutions quickly. • Ensuring accuracy in measurements and quality of finished products. • Working effectively with other team members, including engineers and quality control personnel. • Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changes in machining techniques or processes. • Evaluating information and data to make informed decisions. Work Location and Travel: • Position is located at 2730 Mine and Mill Road, Lakeland FL 33801. • This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work vary (Monday – Sunday with some overnight work) and overtime is frequently required. Working Environment: • Working environment is often times in harsh elements (hot / humid and/or cold temperatures, rain, etc.) Industrial environments often have exposure to hazardous chemicals, moving heavy equipment / machinery, and other safety-sensitive hazards / risks. Must always be alert and able to safely perform the essential duties of the job without risking harm to oneself or others. Physical Requirements: See: Skillful hand-eye coordination is crucial for operating machinery and handling tools with precision. Good eyesight, including depth perception and color vision, is essential for reading measurements and ensuring precision. Lift/Carry/Pull: Machinists often lift heavy materials, tools, and machinery parts, requiring physical strength and the stamina to stand for long periods. Talk/Hear: The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Use hands/fingers to handle or feel: Frequently use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things. Able to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. Able to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. Able to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. Stand/Sit: The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing. Walk: Frequently walking through the shop. Stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl: Frequently climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, and handling materials. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Mid-State participates in E-Verify. Go to https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify to learn more.
See More Details >>Job Summary: As a Manual Machinist you will be responsible for Machining parts of various sizes using lathes, horizontal & vertical boring mills, knee-mills, grinders, saws etc. Position is located in a fast-paced industrial setting and often requires long hours & frequent call-outs. Key Responsibilities: • Perform turning, threading, boring and facing operations in various size lathes • Perform drilling, tapping, boring and facing operations in a large horizontal boring mill • Perform turning, boring, and facing operations in a large vertical boring mill • Operate miscellaneous machines including saws, grinders, shapers, key-seaters, radial arm drills and threading machines • Use manual micrometers, calipers and gauges to measure dimensions as small as .0001’’ • Follow and help improve shop safety rules • Routinely rig and handle parts weighing up to 40,000 lbs. • Routinely transport parts utilizing forklifts, overhead cranes, jib cranes etc. • Interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches • Recognize and properly utilize inserts, fixtures and various tooling • Properly sign-out and account for tooling and consumables • Obtain QC approval at noted hold points • Provide feedback to estimators regarding quotes, budgets etc. • Assist with shop improvement activities • Other duties as required Education: • High School Diploma or GED is preferred. Knowledge Skills & Abilities: • Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics. • Understanding various machining techniques, including turning, milling, grinding, and drilling. • Knowledge of different metals and materials, including their properties and how they behave during machining. • Familiarity with precision measurement tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges. • Proficient in operating CNC machines, lathes, mills, and other machinery. • Skilled in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively. • Ability to troubleshoot issues with machines or materials and implement solutions quickly. • Ensuring accuracy in measurements and quality of finished products. • Working effectively with other team members, including engineers and quality control personnel. • Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changes in machining techniques or processes. • Evaluating information and data to make informed decisions. Work Location and Travel: • Position is located at 2730 Mine and Mill Road, Lakeland FL 33801. • This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work vary (Monday – Sunday with some overnight work) and overtime is frequently required. • Position starts on 2nd shift (3pm-11pm). Opportunity for 1st shift is based on seniority. Working Environment: • Working environment is often times in harsh elements (hot / humid and/or cold temperatures, rain, etc.) Industrial environments often have exposure to hazardous chemicals, moving heavy equipment / machinery, and other safety-sensitive hazards / risks. Must always be alert and able to safely perform the essential duties of the job without risking harm to oneself or others. Physical Requirements: See: Skillful hand-eye coordination is crucial for operating machinery and handling tools with precision. Good eyesight, including depth perception and color vision, is essential for reading measurements and ensuring precision. Lift/Carry/Pull: Machinists often lift heavy materials, tools, and machinery parts, requiring physical strength and the stamina to stand for long periods. Talk/Hear: The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Use hands/fingers to handle or feel: Frequently use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things. Able to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. Able to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. Able to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. Stand/Sit: The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing. Walk: Frequently walking through the shop. Stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl: Frequently climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, and handling materials. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Mid-State participates in E-Verify. Go to https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify to learn more.
See More Details >>Job Summary: The Machinist trainee is an entry-level position designed to provide hands-on training and experience in machining processes and techniques. Under the guidance of experienced machinists, the apprentice will learn to operate machinery, perform precision machining tasks, and develop the skills necessary for a successful career in the machining field. Key Responsibilities: • Assist experienced machinists in operating various types of machines, such as lathes, mills, grinders, and CNC machines. Learn to set up and adjust equipment according to job specifications. • Perform basic machining operations, including cutting, drilling, grinding, and finishing, under supervision. Follow detailed instructions to produce accurate and high-quality parts. • Learn to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics to understand specifications and tolerances for machining tasks. • Use and maintain hand tools, measuring instruments, and machinery. Follow safety protocols to ensure safe operation and handling of tools and equipment. • Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of machines and work areas. Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to the supervisor. • Keep accurate records of work performed, including time spent on tasks, materials used, and any issues encountered. Provide feedback on training progress and areas for improvement. • Work closely with other apprentices, machinists, and team members to support production goals and contribute to a positive and efficient work environment. Education: • High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a vocational program in machining or a related field is a plus. Experience: • Some experience using hand tools. Knowledge Skills & Abilities: • Basic understanding of machining concepts and a strong willingness to learn. Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to follow instructions and work with precision. Work Location and Travel: • The main office is located at 2730 Mine and Mill Road, Lakeland, FL. • Travel to client and customer sites is required. • Days and hours of work may vary at times to include some evenings and weekends. Work Environment: • Work is typically performed in a machine shop environment. Adherence to safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection is required. • Mid-State maintains a firm commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its clients. Mid-State is a drug-free workplace. Must be able to pass a post-offer / pre-placement drug screen and job-related employment physicals. Must also submit to a post-offer / pre-employment background check that verifies criminal history. Physical Requirements: Talk/Hear: The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness. The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Stand/Sit: The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing. Walk: Required to move between different workstations, retrieve tools and parts, and access various areas of the vehicle or shop. Use hands/fingers to handle or feel: Frequently use hands and arms in handling, moving materials, and manipulating things. The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp or manipulate objects. The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp or manipulate small objects. Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Routinely perform physical activities that require use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as lifting, balancing, walking, and stooping. Occasional climbing. See: The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet). Also, must be able to see details at a distance. The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object. Carry, weight, Lift: The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Mid-State participates in E-Verify. Go to https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify to learn more.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Lakeland, FL, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last four to five years, demanding extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a significant presence in Florida, and the field is projected to see little to no change in employment from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Lakeland earn an average of $1,245 per week, with experienced machinists often surpassing $42,000 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring machinists in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with robust earning potential.
