Heavy-Part CNC Machining Specialist (HBM/VTL)

Job Description

Job Description

Build the Parts Others Won’t

Join JWC Machine and Fab in Mobile, AL—where precision meets scale. We’re a CNC shop trusted for tight‑tolerance work across diverse materials, from standard runs to one‑of‑a‑kind, large‑format components. We hire intentionally and invest in people who care about the craft.

Your Impact

As a Heavy‑Part CNC Machining Specialist, you’ll turn massive stock into mission‑critical components on Horizontal Boring Mills and Vertical Turret Lathes. With capacity up to 44,000 lbs, you’ll own the process—from safe material handling and fixturing through machining, inspection, and documentation. Your capability determines your scope: load/setup only, or full independent setup, programming, and execution on complex parts.

Core Responsibilities

• Set up and/or operate HBMs and VTLs guided by engineering drawings and travelers.
• Rig, lift, and secure oversized workpieces via overhead cranes and precision fixturing.
• Conduct in‑process inspections to print using large‑scale metrology (height gages, indicators, precision levels).
• Hold tolerances with thoughtful offsets and minor program edits at the control.
• Partner with engineering/supervision on setup strategies for first‑time or complex jobs.
• Call out safety, tooling, or quality risks before they become issues.
• Operate cranes/rigging per shop safety standards; training and certification available if needed.
• Maintain accurate records and material traceability throughout the workflow.

What It Takes

• Experience on large CNC platforms (HBMs, VTLs, large boring mills, or similar).
• Ease working with very large, heavy workpieces and advanced fixturing.
• Ability to interpret prints and apply GD&T.
• Comfort with large‑format inspection tools (height gauges, dial indicators, precision levels).
• Fanuc or equivalent CNC control experience; program editing a plus.
• Preference for candidates who can independently set up and program—compensation reflects capability.
• Overhead crane experience or willingness to certify.
• Strong safety habits around heavy equipment and rigging.

Skill Set We Appreciate

• GD&T
• Equipment troubleshooting
• CNC tooling
• CNC programming
• CNC machine repair
• CNC machine installation
• G‑Code
• Accurate tape‑measure reading
• M‑Code
• CNC setup and changeover
• Precision measurement and hand metrology
• Advanced inspection and gauge measurement
• Spindle maintenance and repair
• Production‑run setups
• Manual machining

The Machines You’ll Work With

• CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC): Fanuc, Bridgeport, Mazak, Hwachon, Dmg Mori Seiki, Makino, Kitamura, Doosan, Haas, Okuma
• Boring Mill: Gidding & Lew, Doosan, Hurco, Kuraki, Toshiba, Union
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC): Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Kitamura, Hwachon, Dmg Mori Seiki, Mikron, Matsuura

Rewards & Support

• Competitive pay based on experience and capability
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Health insurance fully paid by the company
• Annual performance bonus
• Relocation assistance available

*JWC Machine and Fab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all candidates based on skill, experience, and demonstrated ability.