Horizontal Boring Mill Operator

Machining company in Denver, PA is looking for a Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) Operator on 1st shift. This is a third generation, family owned company that truly values their employees. Interviews available within 24 hours of applying!

1st shift: 6am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday (optional overtime available on Fridays and Saturdays)

Pay Range: $25/hr and up depending on experience

Job Description

This role operates, sets up, and maintains horizontal boring mill machines to produce precision components according to detailed blueprints and specifications. You apply advanced shop math and machining knowledge to perform a wide range of operations, including milling, drilling, boring, threading, and tapping, while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run all horizontal boring mill machines in the facility in accordance with job requirements and training documentation.

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to understand dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.

• Select appropriate cutting tools and work holding methods for various operations, including face milling, end milling, threading, drilling, boring, tapping, gun drilling, and trepanning.

• Determine and adjust cutting speeds, feed rates, and depths of cut to achieve optimal machining performance and surface finish.

• Install cutters correctly and ensure guards and safety devices are in proper position before operating the machine.

• Use dial indicators and other precision tools to set up boring mill operations and accurately align workpieces.

• Load and unload parts from the machine, using lifting aids such as cranes and straps when necessary.

• Gauge and inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other measuring equipment to verify conformance to specifications.

• Operate machinery only within the scope of your training and in accordance with established procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating a vertical knee mill (such as a Bridgeport) is highly transferable and considered strong preparation for horizontal boring mill work.

• Experience with CNC horizontal boring mills combined with prior manual machining experience is beneficial.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically when adjusting setups and resolving machining challenges.

• Attention to detail and a strong focus on producing high-quality, precise components.

• Experience performing basic machine maintenance to keep equipment running reliably.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, multi-generation, family-owned organization that values long-term relationships and respect throughout the shop. The culture emphasizes internal growth, with a strong preference for promoting and training from within, giving you clear opportunities to advance your skills and career. The four-day work week provides an attractive work-life balance, and optional overtime on Fridays allows you to increase your earnings when desired. You work alongside experienced professionals who support learning and development in a collaborative environment where your craftsmanship and initiative are recognized.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.