Machinist

Company: Mid-State Machine
Location: Van Wert
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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 Knowledge of pumps, valves, gearboxes, piping and large-scale mechanical assemblies is required. Employee must be dependable and capable of frequently working long hours. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Work Location and Travel Position is located at 1171 Grill Road, Van Wert, OH 45891. 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 Carry, Weight, Lift, Stoop: Occasionally perform physical activities that require use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and stooping. The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 25 pounds. Use hands/fingers to handle or feel: Occasionally use hands and arms in handling, moving materials, and manipulating things. Vision: The ability to see details at a distance. The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet). Inductive Reasoning: The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). Talk/Hear: The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds. The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas 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.

Keywords: Mid-State Machine, Kalamazoo , Machinist, Engineering , Van Wert, Michigan