Precision Boring Bar Operator - Manual Machinist

Fairbanks Morse, LLC in; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Engine in Beloit, Wisconsin is seeking a skilled machinist to set up and operate a horizontal boring and milling machine, read blueprints, and ensure precise tolerances. The role requires handling heavy parts, using fixtures, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to uphold quality standards.

You will contribute to efficient production, maintain accurate documentation, and support continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up/operating manual boring bar.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, etc.
• Good understanding of quality control principles.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical condition.

Responsibilities

• Receives assignment, drawings, and/or verbal instructions.
• Make set ups using tools and equipment needed, select feeds and speeds.
• Machine parts to drawing dimensions performing operations such as bore, cobore, tap, drill, ream, counterbore, mill ends; face thrust bearings.
• Rework/repair parts as required.
• Work to tolerances of ± .0005 by adjusting and setting tools.
• Handle heavy parts by hoist or overhead crane.

Skills

Manual operation

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Independent work

Confidential information handling

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Technical school preferred

Tools

Manual boring bar

Job description

Fairbanks Morse Engine in Beloit, Wisconsin is seeking a skilled machinist to set up and operate a horizontal boring and milling machine, read blueprints, and ensure precise tolerances. The role requires handling heavy parts, using fixtures, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to uphold quality standards.

You will contribute to efficient production, maintain accurate documentation, and support continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.