Manual Machinist

Weidmann Electrical Technology Inc. • Urbana, OH

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Manual Machinist supports maintenance and equipment repair at Weidmann’s manufacturing facility in Urbana, Ohio. The role focuses on operating manual lathes and mills to machine replacement parts, repair equipment, and minimize downtime. The machinist also helps maintain and troubleshoot industrial machinery and mechanical and electrical systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, power transmission, and steam systems. This is a full-time, onsite position on the first shift with a 4x10 schedule. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with manual machining, including manual lathes and mills, is required.
• Experience in industrial maintenance, machining, or mechanical repair.
• Ability to machine precision parts and perform equipment repairs.
• Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, meters, and mechanical service tools.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Strong team player able to collaborate, train others, and support operational goals.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance or a related field, or equivalent experience such as a Skilled Trades program or military experience.
• Eight or more years as an Industrial Electrician or Mechanic, with relevant certifications such as a Journeyman credential, state/provincial license, or technical degree.
• MIG/TIG welding experience.
• Proficiency with PLC and VFD programming.
• Experience laser aligning motor couplings for both offset and angularity.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and manual mills to machine and repair parts.
• Machine shafts, bushings, housings, and custom components.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Support equipment repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Repair and maintain pumps, gearboxes, motors, and mechanical systems.
• Perform fabrication and welding.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Work with Maintenance and Production to resolve equipment issues.
• Install, repair, and maintain industrial machinery, including pumps, gearboxes, and mechanical drives.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, replace components, and work with 480V three-phase systems.
• Follow blueprints and schematics to support safe, reliable equipment operation.

Benefits

• $2,500 signing bonus after six months of employment.
• Medical insurance with a health savings account.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• PTO starting the first day of employment.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term disability and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee referral program.
• Wellness program.
• Clothing allowance.
• Computer loan program.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree