Precision Horizontal Boring Mill Operator – CNC & Setups

Horsburgh & Scott; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Horsburgh & Scott in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced Horizontal Boring Mill Operator to set up and run horizontal boring mills for large, heavy gear components. You will interpret drawings, program and adjust CNCs, and ensure tight tolerances in a heavy industrial environment.

The role requires 2–5 years of related experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and a disciplined approach to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Must have 2–5 years of experience operating boring mills or similar equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with attention to detail in a heavy industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders to determine machining requirements and sequences.
• Perform full machine setups including tooling selection, fixture installation, work holding, and alignment.
• Operate horizontal boring mills for facing, boring, drilling, contouring, and finishing of large components.
• Load and execute CNC programs; adjust at the machine to meet specs.
• Adjust speeds, feeds, depth of cut, and tool offsets to maintain accuracy and tool life.
• Monitor operations for conformance to specifications and make real-time corrections.
• Inspect components using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and height gauges.
• Document production data and nonconformances; communicate issues promptly.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams for process improvement.
• Adhere to safety procedures when handling large and heavy components.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Read blueprints

Read engineering drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC programming (G-code)

Calipers and micrometers

Job description

Horsburgh & Scott in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced Horizontal Boring Mill Operator to set up and run horizontal boring mills for large, heavy gear components. You will interpret drawings, program and adjust CNCs, and ensure tight tolerances in a heavy industrial environment.

The role requires 2–5 years of related experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and a disciplined approach to safety and quality.