Vertical Turning Machine Operator (Medium and Large Operators)1st & 2nd shift

Horsburgh & Scott; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Horsburgh & Scott in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking an experienced Vertical Turning Machinist Operator for the 2nd shift to produce large-diameter components. The role requires reading blueprints, setting up and running vertical turning machines (manual and CNC), and performing precision turning, boring, facing and threading to meet specifications.

You will verify dimensions with micrometers and calipers, adjust speeds and feeds, program at the machine, and collaborate with quality and production

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience operating Vertical Machining lathes or related machine shop equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, setup sheets, and work orders to determine machining requirements and sequences.
• Perform full vertical turning machine setups including tooling selection, fixture installation, work holding, and workpiece alignment for large-scale components.
• Operate machines to shape metal or other materials by turning, boring, facing, and threading.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to inspect finished parts.
• Set up, load, and execute CNC programs; make at-machine edits or adjustments as required to meet dimensional and surface finish requirements.
• Adjust machining parameters such as speeds, feeds, depth of cut, and tool offsets to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and tool life.
• Monitor machining operations to ensure conformance to specifications, making real-time corrections as needed.
• Inspect machined components using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and height gauges.
• Perform in-process quality checks and verify critical dimensions to ensure compliance with engineering tolerances.
• Maintain machine cleanliness and perform routine preventive maintenance and daily operator care.
• Document production data, inspection results, and any nonconformances; promptly communicate machine or quality issues to supervision.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to ensure proper interpretation of requirements and continuous process improvement.
• Train and mentor junior operators as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC programming

Vertical turning machines

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

The Horsburgh & Scott company has over 140 years of experience in designing, manufacturing and maintaining gearboxes in heavy-duty applications around the world. We are experiencing market growth and need dedicated, quality employees to be part of our team. We are currently searching for experienced candidates for the following position, Vertical Turning Operator, 2 nd shift in our Cleveland, Ohio facility

Medium Vertical Turning Machine Operator (2 nd Shift)

Large Vertical Turning Machine Operator (2 nd Shift)

Position Summary

The Vertical Turning Machinist Operator is a skilled machinist who operates vertical turning machines, also known as vertical lathes, both manual and CNC, to produce precision large-diameter parts. They set up and run machines that rotate the workpiece vertically to perform cutting, boring, facing, and threading operations according to technical specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, setup sheets, and work orders to determine machining requirements and sequences
• Perform full Vertical turning machine setups including tooling selection, fixture installation, work holding, and workpiece alignment for large-scale components
• Operate machines to shape metal or other materials by turning, boring, facing, and threading
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to inspect finished parts
• Set up, load, and execute CNC programs; make at-machine edits or adjustments as required to meet dimensional and surface finish requirements
• Adjust machining parameters such as speeds, feeds, depth of cut, and tool offsets to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and tool life
• Monitor machining operations to ensure conformance to specifications, making real-time corrections as needed
• Inspect machined components using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and height gauges
• Perform in-process quality checks and verify critical dimensions to ensure compliance with engineering tolerances
• Maintain machine cleanliness and perform routine preventive maintenance and daily operator care
• Document production data, inspection results, and any nonconformances; promptly communicate machine or quality issues to supervision
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to ensure proper interpretation of requirements and continuous process improvement
• Train and mentor junior operators as needed
• Adherent to all safety procedures, including proper rigging and handling of large and heavy components

Education & Experience

• Education:High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 2–5 years of experience operating Vertical Machining lathes or related machine shop equipment

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

• This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently on large-scale, high-value components in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.

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