Job Description
Horizontal Boring Mill Setup / Operator (Open to VTL Operators)\n
Pay : $30–$44 / hr (based on experience) + Overtime
Relocation Assistance Available
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Position : \n
We’re seeking experienced CNC and manual machinists who can set up and operate large horizontal boring mills or vertical turning lathes. This is not a button-pushing job—you’ll work hands-on with heavy fabrications and castings in a high-mix, low-volume job shop environment .
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Responsibilities\n
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- Set up and operate horizontal boring mills and vertical turning lathes (CNC & manual).
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Perform editing and light programming at the machine (Fanuc controls; Mastercam experience preferred).\n
Work independently from blueprints and part drawings.\n
Machine large steel fabrications and castings to tight tolerances.\n
Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions.\n
Collaborate with our programming and engineering teams to optimize processes.\n \n
Qualifications\n
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Minimum 5 years of recent hands-on machining experience .\n
Strong setup skills on horizontal boring mills and / or vertical lathes.\n
Experience with Fanuc controls; familiarity with Mastercam and SolidWorks a plus.\n
Ability to machine both castings and large fabrications.\n
Self-sufficient in machine setup and operation with minimal supervision.\n
Comfortable using micrometers, calipers, and other precision inspection tools.\n \n
Machines You’ll Work With\n
Our shop includes : \n \n
Toshiba, Shibaura, TOS, and Union Horizontal Boring Mills\n
Toshiba and Morando Vertical Boring & Turning Machines (up to 215” rotary table)\n
Okuma Gantry Mill, US Burke Millright, multiple lathes, radial drills, and keyseaters\n
FARO Arm CMM & Laser Tracker for inspection\n \n
Work Schedule\n
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Monday–Friday, 5 : 30 AM – 4 : 00 / 5 : 00 PM\n
Optional Saturday mornings\n
55–60 hours / week typical (plenty of overtime available)\n \n
Compensation & Benefits\n
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$30–$44 / hr based on experience + OT\n
Relocation assistance available for the right candidate\n
Paid apprenticeship program (school costs covered by company)\n
Benefits include : \n \nHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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401(k) with 4–6% company match (based on company performance)\n
13 Paid Holidays + your Birthday\n
PTO (negotiable)\n
Company-paid life insurance\n \n
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Why Join G.J. Oliver?\n
✅ Family-owned stability with growth opportunities
✅ Cutting-edge equipment ($1M+ investments in new machines)
✅ Strong overtime earning potential
✅ Collaborative, long-term team culture
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Apply today to join G.J. Oliver’s expanding team of skilled machinists in Phillipsburg, NJ.