Manual Machinist

Weidmann Electrical Technology • Urbana, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Weidmann is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to support maintenance and equipment repair at its Urbana manufacturing facility. The role focuses on operating manual lathes and mills to machine replacement parts, repair equipment, and help minimize downtime. It also involves installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical and electrical systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, power transmission, and steam systems. The position is onsite and follows a first-shift, four-day, 10-hour 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.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, including the ability to 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 Journeyman, a state or provincial license, or a technical degree.
• Proficiency with PLC and VFD programming.
• Experience laser-aligning motor couplings for both offset and angularity.
• Skill using hand tools, power tools, meters, and mechanical service tools.
• MIG/TIG welding experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and 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 preventative maintenance.
• Repair and maintain pumps, gearboxes, motors, and mechanical systems.
• Perform fabrication and welding; MIG/TIG welding is preferred.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Work with Maintenance and Production teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Install, repair, and maintain industrial machinery, including pumps, gearboxes, and mechanical drives.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and replace components.
• Work with 480V three-phase systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and follow blueprints and schematics to help ensure 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 on the first day.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 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