Manual Machinist (Swing Shift)
Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Join a Team That Keeps Industry Moving – Manual Machinist (Swing Shift)
Portland, OR | Up to $42.75/hr. + Outstanding Benefits
Western Machine Works (WMW) is not your average machine shop. We're a tight-knit crew with 30+ years of experience behind us, and a future built on innovation, craftsmanship, and stability. We’ve served critical industries like Wind Power, Hydroelectric, Marine, Pulp & Paper, Steel, and more — and we’ve done it all without a single layoff in over two decades.
We’re growing, and we’re looking for a Manual Machinist to join our swing shift team and take on large-scale, hands-on machining with pride and precision.
Requirements:
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Operate large manual lathes, mills, drill presses, and other classic machining tools.
- Work on industrial components — big ones — from 36” swing and up.
- Machine parts to tight tolerances (±.001") in materials like steel, stainless, cast iron, and bronze.
- Interpret blueprints and verbal instructions to complete complex, custom jobs.
- Keep projects moving safely, skillfully, and on time.
What You Bring:
- 5+ years of experience with manual machine tools (large format a plus!).
- You know your way around lathes, mills, and drill presses without supervision.
- Familiarity with different metals and precision machining best practices.
- Clear communication and problem-solving mindset.
- Your own machinist hand tools.
- Willingness to work Swing Shift.
What You’ll Get:
- Top Pay: Up to $42.75/hr. DOE + OT at time-and-a-half and double-time
- Swing Shift Premium
- Annual COLA increase
- 401(k) with 5% match
- Premium medical, dental & vision (you + dependents)
- Life & short-term disability insurance
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- 11 paid holidays + PTO
- Free weekend meals, daily coverall service, calibrated personal tools
- Full PPE and safety glasses reimbursement
- A climate-controlled shop that’s clean, safe, and well-equipped
- Recognition events and a steady workload — year-round
If you’re ready to work with your hands, your head, and a crew that values both, come make your mark at Western Machine Works. We’re not just offering a job — we’re offering a career with purpose and stability.
Apply now and let’s machine something great together.