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Manual Machinist

Automation Personnel Services

Columbus, MS • 8/30/2026

Job Description

Job Description
MANUAL MACHINIST
Automation Personnel Services is looking for aManual Machinistfor a company based inColumbus,MS.Inthisrole, you willhave the opportunity towork for a company thatoffers a wide range of services and resources including a full-service machine shop.
Pay Rate
$25.00 to $34.00 per hour
Schedule and Hours
Monday through Friday,730 am to400 pm.
Manual MachinistDuties and Responsibilities
  • Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup.
  • Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools such as calipers, micrometers, and milling machines to make or rework metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exact tolerances and dimensions
  • Using a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
  • Making standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, andscribesdimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining.
  • Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
  • Positions materials by using an overhead crane.
  • May perform simple cleaning maintenance operations.
  • Reports abnormal conditions of equipment to supervision.
  • Observes all Safety rules and regulations and keeps the work area clean and orderly
Manual MachinistQualificationsandRequirements
  • Degree in Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology or 2-5 years ofjob-relatedexperience preferred.
  • Must be able to use micro meters and calibers/ mechanically inclined and very reliable.
  • Willingness and ability to work any shift and overtime when required.
  • Must pass pre-employment physical, safety training, background and drug and alcohol screen. Please be aware that Glenn has a comprehensive drug policy, which includes random testing.
  • Must have dependable transportation.
Job Type
Full-time, temporaryto hire
Benefits
  • Weekly Pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
  • 40 Hours Service Bonusafter 1 year of continuous serviceand 1500 hours
  • 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous serviceand 1500 hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k)matching toalleligiblecontingent and temporary associates.
Click Apply Nowto submit your application or call usatto learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at
Automation Personnel ServicesTuscaloosaBranch
12 McFarland Blvd NE
Northport, AL 35476
Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing.Our accolades include:
  • 11-time consecutive winner of theClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
  • Winner of theClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
  • Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
  • Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to WorkForby CIO Views Magazine.