
Horizontal Boring Mill & VTL Machinist
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Full Time
5 - 10 years of experience
31-35 / hour
Horizontal Boring Mill Setup/Operator (Open to VTL Operators)
Pay: $30–$44/hr (based on experience) + Overtime
Relocation Assistance Available
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Position:
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.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate horizontal boring mills and vertical turning lathes (CNC & manual).
- Perform editing and light programming at the machine (Fanuc controls; Mastercam experience preferred).
- Work independently from blueprints and part drawings.
- Machine large steel fabrications and castings to tight tolerances.
- Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions.
- Collaborate with our programming and engineering teams to optimize processes.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of recent hands-on machining experience.
- Strong setup skills on horizontal boring mills and/or vertical lathes.
- Experience with Fanuc controls; familiarity with Mastercam and SolidWorks a plus.
- Ability to machine both castings and large fabrications.
- Self-sufficient in machine setup and operation with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable using micrometers, calipers, and other precision inspection tools.
Machines You’ll Work With
Our shop includes:
- Toshiba, Shibaura, TOS, and Union Horizontal Boring Mills
- Toshiba and Morando Vertical Boring & Turning Machines (up to 215” rotary table)
- Okuma Gantry Mill, US Burke Millright, multiple lathes, radial drills, and keyseaters
- FARO Arm CMM & Laser Tracker for inspection
Work Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 5:30 AM – 4:00/5:00 PM
- Optional Saturday mornings
- 55–60 hours/week typical (plenty of overtime available)
Compensation & Benefits
- $30–$44/hr based on experience + OT
- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
- Paid apprenticeship program (school costs covered by company)
- Benefits include:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with 4–6% company match (based on company performance)
- 13 Paid Holidays + your Birthday
- PTO (negotiable)
- Company-paid life insurance
Why Join G.J. Oliver?
✅ Family-owned stability with growth opportunities
✅ Cutting-edge equipment ($1M+ investments in new machines)
✅ Strong overtime earning potential
✅ Collaborative, long-term team culture
Apply today to join G.J. Oliver’s expanding team of skilled machinists in Phillipsburg, NJ.
Years of experience
- 5 - 10 years of experience
Salary range
- 31-35 / hour
- 36-40 / hour
- 41-45 / hour
CAM Software Experience
- Mastercam
CNC Controls Experience
- Fanuc