Entry Level Lathe Machine Operator

Randstad Technologies
Freeport, NY

Are you a natural "tinkerer" who loves taking things apart to see how they work? We are looking for a motivated, hands-on individual to join our team in Freeport as an Entry-Level Machinist Trainee.

We don't expect you to be an expert on day one—we will provide full, paid training on a Bridgeport Manual Lathe. This is a unique opportunity to learn a high-demand trade from the ground up while being part of a collaborative, hardworking shop environment.

salary: $20 - $21 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4:30 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Machining & Training

Learn & Operate: Receive 1-on-1 training on the Bridgeport Manual Lathe to cut, shape, and drill metal parts.

  • Precision Work: Learn to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers) to ensure parts meet exact specs.

  • Safety First: Maintain a clean and safe workspace, following all shop safety protocols and wearing appropriate PPE.

Shop Support & Porter Duties

  • Shop Maintenance: Perform "porter" work, including sweeping floors, wiping down machines, and cleaning oil spills.

  • Material Handling: Organize raw materials and help move heavy metal stock or finished parts across the shop floor.

  • Waste Management: Empty metal chip bins and ensure scrap materials are disposed of properly.

Qualifications

  • Mechanical Aptitude: Experience working with your hands (auto repair, carpentry, home DIY, or similar hobbies).

  • Math Skills: Must be comfortable with basic math, fractions, and reading decimals (e.g., .001").

  • Physical Stamina: Ability to stay on your feet for an 8-hour shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Reliability: You must have a dependable way to get to our Freeport location by 8:00 AM sharp every day.

  • Attitude: A "no task is too small" mindset—you are willing to sweep the floor just as happily as you operate the machine.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to trade your "job" for a "career," we want to hear from you

Contact Katherine at 516-202-0651 or reply to this posting to schedule an interview!

The essential functions of this role include:

  • wearing steel toe shoes
  • working in a non-temperature controlled environment
  • manual lifting up to 50lbs
  • standing for 8 hours at one time
  • working up to 1 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

  • Press Operation
  • CNC
  • Moving Material
  • Manual A/P System
  • Manual A/R System
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Lifting
  • Setting
  • Math and Calculation
  • Finishing
  • Cutting
  • Material Handling
  • 10-Key
  • Internet

Qualifications

  • Years of experience: 1 year
  • Experience level: Entry Level

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Posted 2026-03-12

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