Midwest Valve Services, a Novaspect company, is currently offering an opportunity for a Manual Machinist to join our fast-paced, customer-oriented team. The successful candidate will exemplify and promote Novaspect Identity throughout the team while having advanced manual machining experience and excellent mechanical skills.

Manual Machinist Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Advanced knowledge in the setup and operations of Manual Milling Machines and Vertical Lathes
• Knowledge and proper selection of: Tooling, cutting speed, feed rates
• Ability to troubleshoot and correct machining issues
• Ability to manually machine parts to precise dimensions and finish per drawings
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and blueprints
• Understanding of Basic Metallurgy
• Understanding of material combinations related to wear and galling
• Understanding of Heat Treating
• Apply advanced math skills to: Verify measurements, calculate dimensions, verify tolerances
• Design and fabricate custom tooling and fixtures
• Performs service requests as assigned under the supervision of the Shop Manager and Field Lead Technicians
• Drive company vehicle to and from job sites
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Follow all safety guidelines

Manual Machinist Education and/or Experience

• 5+ years of experience working with manual machining
• Valve, pump or actuator experience a plus
• Welding ability is a plus
• Must have mechanical aptitude
• Good verbal & written communication skills
• Must be able to take direction, use initiative and follow through to completion
• Must be willing to work on site at customer facilities
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured on company insurance
• Must be willing to learn and improve skill level for future advancement
• 10% travel annually for cross training and support purposes

Manual Machinist Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects/tools
• Ability to work with hand tools
• Ability to work at heights
• Ability to stoop, crawl and crouch while working on equipment on hands and knees
• Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours per day
• Ability to work in a loud industrial environment
• Comfortable working around industrial equipment with exposed moving parts
• Ability to climb stairs (up to 20 flights per day)
• Ability to climb a 20 ft. ladder
• Ability to drive on average 3-4 hours in a day
• Ability to drive 8 hours as needed in a day – although not typical
• Ability to work in hot and cold temperature environments for extended hours

Manual Machinist Pay:

• Hourly Rate: $26.00 - $35.00
• Overtime Eligible

The final offer will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in the position.

Manual Machinist Benefits:

Recognized with a Top Employee Benefit Plan Award, below you will find our outstanding total rewards package when you join our team including:

• Generous paid time off; starting at 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, and 10 days of Personal, Sick, & Safety Time (PSST)
• 401K with 6% company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Excellent health & wellness benefits
• Student debt & tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus

Who We Are:

Novaspect, Inc., is an employee-owned company that engineers, sells, and services industrial process controls. Our Core Purpose is to improve our customer’s performance through the innovative application of technology. We are passionate about creating effective processes and building customer relationships. We position ourselves to attract the best talent, and ensure we are delivering local services with proven technologies.