Job Description

Description

BECOME A GLOBE-TROTTING MACHINIST: SIX-FIGURE INCOME + WORLD TRAVEL!

THE ADVENTURE:

Get paid to see the world while mastering your craft! As an IPM Field Machinist, you'll be part of an elite team that travels domestically and internationally (up to 75% travel) solving precision machining challenges on-site for clients worldwide. From Laos to Lake Michigan, you may find yourself doing machine repair on top of a wind turbine or the bottom of a ship! 

Compensation: $100,000+ annually (depending on experience) plus generous travel per diems, overtime opportunities, and performance bonuses!

YOUR MISSION (Should You Choose to Accept It)

Transform raw materials into precision masterpieces while maintaining tolerances of +/- 0.010. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of machining pros, field experts, engineers, and project leaders to devise the most innovative and cost-effective solutions for our clients.

Safety is our superpower – we need you to embody this value every day!

Requirements

YOUR ADVENTURE TOOLKIT:

• Machine Whisperer Skills: Operate manual and field machining equipment like you were born to do it
• Field Machining Magic: Deploy your talents at client sites around the globe
• Equipment Mobilization Expertise: Help pack up, move, set up, and maintain our specialized equipment
• Quality Craftsmanship: Ensure every piece meets exacting standards
• Problem-Solving Prowess: Provide feedback to continuously improve our processes
• Dimensional Wizardry: Make measurements with micrometers that would impress NASA

THE PERFECT ADVENTURER HAS:

• High school diploma or GED/HSED (required) – Journeyman or 2-year technical degree (preferred)
• 5 years' experience with manual and/or field machining
• Bridgeport knee mill and manual engine lathe expertise
• Blueprint & mechanical drawing interpretation skills
• Measurement mastery with various micrometers and inspection tools
• Basic rigging abilities
• Knowledge of cutting tools, materials, speeds & feeds
• Problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and operate power tools

PERKS OF THE JOURNEY:

• TRAVEL THE WORLD 
• SIX-FIGURE INCOME POTENTIAL that rewards your expertise
• Develop skills with specialized equipment and techniques
• Variety – no two days or projects are ever the same
• Continuous learning and career growth opportunities
• Generous benefits, PTO, and 11 paid holidays

REQUIRED ADVENTURES & CERTIFICATIONS:

• OSHA 10 certification
• Valid driver's license (required)
• IPM Overhead Crane Training certification
• Forklift Training & valid license
• Availability for travel (including some weekends)
• Tech-savvy enough to use mobile apps for expenses, time tracking, etc.

In-Place Machining provides Equal Opportunity in Employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Ready to upgrade your career, income, and passport stamps collection? Apply today and begin your machining adventure around the world!