Location: Maple Shade, NJ
Schedule: Full-Time | First Shift
Company: Thomson Lamination Company

Grow Your Machining Career in Aerospace Manufacturing

Thomson Lamination Company is seeking a motivated Manual Machinist to join our Precision Grinding Department.

This position is ideal for someone with solid manual machining experience who wants to expand their skills into precision OD and ID grinding while working alongside experienced machinists in a clean, high-quality aerospace manufacturing environment.

If you enjoy working with manual machines, take pride in precision work, and want to continue developing your skills, we’d like to hear from you.

Position Summary:

  • Perform precision machining operations including:
    • OD Grinding
    • ID Grinding
    • Honing
    • Milling
    • Drilling
    • Tapping
  • Read engineering drawings and work instructions.
  • Measure and inspect parts using precision measuring equipment.
  • Produce high-quality components that meet customer specifications.
  • Complete production and quality documentation.
  • Maintain an organized and safe work area.
  • Learn advanced grinding techniques from experienced machinists.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.

Qualifications Required:

  • 2–5 years of machining experience.
  • Experience operating manual mills, lathes, drill presses, or surface grinders.
  • Ability to read blueprints.
  • Experience using precision measuring tools including micrometers and calipers.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Dependable work ethic.
  • Willingness to learn new machining processes and equipment.

Preferred

  • Experience with OD or ID grinding.
  • Familiarity with GD&T.
  • Tool & Die experience.
  • Aerospace manufacturing experience.

Why Thomson Lamination? / Benefits:

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Paid training from experienced machinists
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k)
  • Stable family-owned company with over 70 years in business
  • Long-term career growth in precision aerospace manufacturing

This is an excellent opportunity for a machinist who enjoys hands-on work and wants to build advanced precision grinding skills while working with an experienced team.