Manual Machinist

About Us

Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planet. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies—from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gases, and powders—to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Globally, we drive growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Manual Machinist to join our dynamic team. This role involves precision machining of large components for Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps and compressors, with opportunities to contribute to repair, overhaul, and rebuilding processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform setups of large Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump components and operate large Vertical & Horizontal Lathes for repair and overhaul of pumps and compressors.
• Interpret blueprints/drawings to determine critical dimensions and tolerances.
• Use precision measuring and test equipment, including micrometers, vernier calipers, and dial indicators, maintaining tolerances as low as .0005”.
• Select appropriate cutting tools for various metals and determine speeds and feeds for proper surface finish.
• Work overtime as needed, typically throughout the week and occasionally on weekends.
• Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes within a machine shop environment.
• Perform lifting and rigging of heavy components of various configurations and weights.
• Assist in disassembly, reassembly, repair, and rebuilding of large Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of machine setup, machine controls, and capabilities.
• 3+ years of experience as a machine operator or machinist.
• 2+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• 1+ year of experience working on king-style boring mills or vertical turret lathes (VTLs).
• Ability to safely and effectively use tools and equipment, including depth gauges, bore gauges, height gauges, feeler gauges, micrometers, calipers, deburring tools, die grinders, drill presses, and overhead lifting equipment.

Core Competencies

• Proficiency with prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to convert between metric and US standard units of measure.
• Ability to solve problems involving several variables using standard methods (e.g., 5 Whys).
• Effective communication of job duties in one-on-one and small group settings to supervisors, customers, clients, and colleagues.

Preferences

• High school diploma or GED preferred; higher education or certificate is a plus.
• Experience with manual machining such as VTLs, boring mills, or horizontal lathes (e.g., Cincinnati or King brand).
• Proven ability to set up and operate manual machines, including tool changes and in-process offset adjustments.

Travel & Work Arrangements

This position is 100% onsite at the Moody, AL facility, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness programs.
• Life insurance and a robust 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and employee stock grant.