CNC Lathe & VTL Machinist – Fanuc

Rotating Machinery Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotating Machinery Services is seeking experienced CNC machinists to join on-site teams in Houston, TX and other U.S. facilities. You will set up and operate CNC lathes and VTL/mill-turn equipment, read drawings, and ensure tight tolerances while inspecting parts throughout the process.

A minimum of 3+ years of CNC machining experience and strong Fanuc knowledge are required. You will work safely, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to highly engineered turbomachinery components for

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Experience operating CNC lathes or vertical turning lathes.
• Strong working knowledge of Fanuc controls.
• Experience with turning, boring, drilling and threading operations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and work instructions.
• Experience maintaining close machining tolerances and calculating dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes, VTLs and mill-turn equipment.
• Perform finish-machining operations including turning, boring, drilling and threading.
• Maintain close tolerances across varied components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and CNC programs.
• Make machine or tooling adjustments to maintain part quality.
• Inspect completed work using micrometers, calipers and gauges.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain an organized work area.

Skills

CNC machining

Fanuc controls

Reading blueprints/drawings

Close tolerances

Micrometers/calipers

English proficiency

US work authorization

Tools

CNC lathes

Vertical turning lathes

Mill-turn machines

Band saws

Manual machines

Job description

At a glance

Company: Rotating Machinery Services
Locations: Chicopee, MA, Houston, TX, Bethlehem, PA, Canastota, NY
Job type: Full-time, on-site
Experience: 3+ years
Machines: CNC lathes, Vertical turning lathes, Mill-turn machines
Controls: Fanuc
Operations: Turning, Boring, Drilling, Threading, Finish machining

Why join Rotating Machinery Services?

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS) provides specialty machining, repair, maintenance and overhaul services for large, highly engineered turbomachinery. RMS is hiring experienced CNC Lathe and VTL Machinists across four U.S. facilities.

This is a hands‑on finish‑machining position involving turning, boring, drilling and threading operations on a wide variety of components. You will be responsible for reading drawings and work instructions, understanding CNC programs, maintaining close tolerances and inspecting your own work throughout the machining process.

The right candidate will have at least three years of CNC machining experience, strong Fanuc control knowledge and the ability to work confidently with common inspection equipment.

What you’ll be doing

• Set up and operate CNC lathes, VTLs and applicable mill‑turn equipment
• Perform finish‑machining operations, including turning, boring, drilling and threading
• Maintain close tolerances across a variety of machined components
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and work instructions
• Read and understand CNC programs
• Make machine or tooling adjustments needed to maintain part quality
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using shop mathematics
• Inspect completed work using micrometers, calipers, indicators and applicable gauges
• Operate manual machines and band saws when required
• Use hand tools and apply basic mechanical knowledge to daily machining work
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling and dimensional issues
• Follow established machine‑safety and quality procedures
• Maintain an organized and safe work area
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced machining environment

Machines, controls & inspection equipment

Machines: CNC lathes, Vertical turning lathes, Mill‑turn machines, Manual machines, Band saws
Controls: Fanuc
Operations: Turning, Boring, Drilling, Threading, Finish machining
Inspection equipment: Micrometers, Calipers, Indicators, Gauges, Basic hand‑measuring tools

Shop highlights

• Opportunities available at four U.S. facilities
• Close‑tolerance finish‑machining work
• CNC lathe, VTL and mill‑turn applications
• Fanuc‑controlled equipment
• Machinist ownership of in‑process inspection
• Components supporting multiple industrial applications
• Engineering‑driven turbomachinery work
• Established company founded in 1998
• Multi‑facility organization serving customers globally
• Full‑time, on‑site positions

Materials you may work with

• Aluminum
• Copper
• Bronze
• Steel

What we’re looking for

Required:

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience
• Experience operating CNC lathes or vertical turning lathes
• Strong working knowledge of Fanuc controls
• Experience with turning, boring, drilling and threading operations
• Ability to read and understand CNC programs
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and work instructions
• Experience maintaining close machining tolerances
• Ability to calculate dimensions and tolerances using shop mathematics
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, indicators and applicable gauges
• Basic mechanical ability and familiarity with hand tools
• Strong problem‑solving skills and hand‑eye coordination
• Understanding of safe machining practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Ability to read, write, understand and speak English proficiently
• Ability to complete applicable pre‑employment screening requirements

Preferred:

• Experience operating VTL equipment
• Experience with CNC mill‑turn machines
• Experience operating manual machines and band saws
• Previous finish‑machining or job shop experience
• Experience machining large or complex industrial components
• Background machining components for rotating equipment

Why you’ll like working here

This position offers more responsibility than basic machine tending. You will read drawings and programs, complete multiple machining operations, monitor dimensions and inspect your own work to ensure each component meets specification.

You will also have the opportunity to apply your Fanuc and finish‑machining experience to technically demanding components while working for an established organization specializing in critical rotating equipment.

Pay, benefits & schedule

Pay: Not provided
Job type: Full‑time, on‑site
Locations: Chicopee, MA; Houston, TX; Bethlehem, PA; or Canastota, NY
Schedule: Some evening or weekend hours may be required based on workload
Benefits: Benefits information was not provided

About Rotating Machinery Services

Founded in 1998, Rotating Machinery Services provides specialty aftermarket repair, maintenance, overhaul, machining and OEM equipment support for large, highly engineered turbomachinery.

RMS supports equipment such as axial and centrifugal compressors, gas and steam turbines, power turbines and industrial expanders. Its capabilities extend from machining and component repair to engineering, scanning, modeling and advanced metrology.

The company is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and operates multiple facilities serving customers across a range of industries and global markets. Learn more on the RMS website.