Manual Machinist
Tencarva Machinery Company, Greensboro, NC, United States
Description
We’re hiring a
MANUAL
Machinist to support our service and repair operations. This is a precision machining role within an industrial, OEM-authorized repair environment - not a production or CNC position. You will be responsible for setting up and operating manual machines to repair or fabricate components for industrial pumps and rotating equipment. Much of the work involves one‑off parts, reverse engineering worn components, and holding tight tolerances on critical fits.
About Tencarva
Tencarva Machinery is a distributor, engineering and design partner, and OEM-authorized repair network within the process equipment/flow control market. With 38 locations across 17 states, Tencarva provides end-to‑end, whole‑system solutions for over 18,000 active customers across many verticals, including industrial, municipal water/wastewater, power generation, oil/gas, mining/aggregates, and automotive. Our service offerings include system analysis and design, applications engineering, custom fabrication of equipment packages, automation & controls, equipment remanufacturing, and thermal hard coatings. tencarva.com
The Role
This is a hands‑on manual machining role in a repair shop environment. You’ll work from worn components, sketches, and drawings to machine parts used in the rebuild of pumps and rotating equipment. This is not repetitive production work. Each job can be different, requiring careful setup, measurement, and adjustment to achieve proper fit and function.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Set up and operate manual lathes, vertical mills (Bridgeport), boring mills, and VTLs
Machine shafts, sleeves, bushings, and other components used in rotating equipment
Perform turning, boring, grooving, threading, and milling operations
Hold tight tolerances on bearing fits and critical surfaces
Measure and verify work using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, and precision tools
Reverse engineer parts from worn components, sketches, or limited documentation
Select tooling, speeds, and feeds based on material and application
Inspect finished components to ensure accuracy and quality
Work closely with mechanics to ensure proper fit and function of machined parts
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Why Join Tencarva
Day shift, Monday–Friday schedule
Shop-based role - no production line work
Annual Incentive
Quarterly Shop Incentives
Profit Sharing (via 401k)
Paid Time Off (plus 10 paid Holidays)
Stable, established organization with no history of layoffs
Real‑world machining work - not repetitive production
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Requirements
What You’ll Need to Be Successful
Strong experience operating manual machining equipment (lathe and mill required)
Ability to independently set up jobs and machine parts from start to finish
Experience working to tight tolerances (thousandths or better)
Proficiency with precision measuring tools
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints
Strong problem‑solving ability in a job shop or repair environment
Preferred (Not Required)
Experience with VTL (vertical turret lathe) or large equipment machining
Experience with boring mills or large shaft work
Experience in a repair or rebuild environment (vs production machining)
Exposure to pumps or rotating equipment
Relevant Experience / Key Skills
Manual machining, engine lathe, Bridgeport mill, vertical turret lathe (VTL), boring mill, precision machining, tight tolerances, 4‑jaw chuck, shaft repair, reverse engineering, industrial repair, job shop machining, rotating equipment.
Additional Information
The duties, responsibilities, and activities described above are not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Additionally, please note that the job title for this posting is designed to be descriptive and may not reflect the official title used internally for job classification purposes.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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We’re hiring a
MANUAL
Machinist to support our service and repair operations. This is a precision machining role within an industrial, OEM-authorized repair environment - not a production or CNC position. You will be responsible for setting up and operating manual machines to repair or fabricate components for industrial pumps and rotating equipment. Much of the work involves one‑off parts, reverse engineering worn components, and holding tight tolerances on critical fits.
About Tencarva
Tencarva Machinery is a distributor, engineering and design partner, and OEM-authorized repair network within the process equipment/flow control market. With 38 locations across 17 states, Tencarva provides end-to‑end, whole‑system solutions for over 18,000 active customers across many verticals, including industrial, municipal water/wastewater, power generation, oil/gas, mining/aggregates, and automotive. Our service offerings include system analysis and design, applications engineering, custom fabrication of equipment packages, automation & controls, equipment remanufacturing, and thermal hard coatings. tencarva.com
The Role
This is a hands‑on manual machining role in a repair shop environment. You’ll work from worn components, sketches, and drawings to machine parts used in the rebuild of pumps and rotating equipment. This is not repetitive production work. Each job can be different, requiring careful setup, measurement, and adjustment to achieve proper fit and function.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Set up and operate manual lathes, vertical mills (Bridgeport), boring mills, and VTLs
Machine shafts, sleeves, bushings, and other components used in rotating equipment
Perform turning, boring, grooving, threading, and milling operations
Hold tight tolerances on bearing fits and critical surfaces
Measure and verify work using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, and precision tools
Reverse engineer parts from worn components, sketches, or limited documentation
Select tooling, speeds, and feeds based on material and application
Inspect finished components to ensure accuracy and quality
Work closely with mechanics to ensure proper fit and function of machined parts
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Why Join Tencarva
Day shift, Monday–Friday schedule
Shop-based role - no production line work
Annual Incentive
Quarterly Shop Incentives
Profit Sharing (via 401k)
Paid Time Off (plus 10 paid Holidays)
Stable, established organization with no history of layoffs
Real‑world machining work - not repetitive production
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Requirements
What You’ll Need to Be Successful
Strong experience operating manual machining equipment (lathe and mill required)
Ability to independently set up jobs and machine parts from start to finish
Experience working to tight tolerances (thousandths or better)
Proficiency with precision measuring tools
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints
Strong problem‑solving ability in a job shop or repair environment
Preferred (Not Required)
Experience with VTL (vertical turret lathe) or large equipment machining
Experience with boring mills or large shaft work
Experience in a repair or rebuild environment (vs production machining)
Exposure to pumps or rotating equipment
Relevant Experience / Key Skills
Manual machining, engine lathe, Bridgeport mill, vertical turret lathe (VTL), boring mill, precision machining, tight tolerances, 4‑jaw chuck, shaft repair, reverse engineering, industrial repair, job shop machining, rotating equipment.
Additional Information
The duties, responsibilities, and activities described above are not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Additionally, please note that the job title for this posting is designed to be descriptive and may not reflect the official title used internally for job classification purposes.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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