LARGE CNC MACHINE OPERATOR-Horizontal Boring Mills & Vertical Turret Lathes

Job Description

Job Description

**ABOUT JWC MACHINE AND FAB

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JWC Machine and Fab is a CNC precision machining shop in Mobile, AL specializing in tight-tolerance components for industrial customers. With a team of skilled machinists and a commitment to craftsmanship, JWC operates across a broad range of materials and part complexities — from standard production runs to challenging large-format and specialized work. We are growing deliberately, and every hire matters.

**POSITION SUMMARY

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JWC Machine and Fab operates large-format CNC equipment — including Horizontal Boring Mills (HBMs) and Vertical Turret Lathes (VTLs) — capable of handling parts up to 44,000 lbs. We are seeking a Large CNC Machine Operator to join this team. This is a broad role: compensation and responsibility level will be matched to the candidate's demonstrated capability, which ranges from machine load/setup operations to independent setup, programming, and job execution on complex large parts.

**RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Set up and/or operate horizontal boring mills and vertical turret lathes per engineering drawings and job travelers

• Safely handle, position, and secure very large workpieces using cranes, rigging, and precision fixturing

• Perform in-process dimensional inspection to print requirements using large-scale measurement equipment

• Make offset adjustments and minor program edits at the machine control to maintain dimensional accuracy

• Coordinate with engineering and supervision on setup strategy for complex or first-time jobs

• Communicate any safety, tooling, or quality concerns before they become production issues

• Operate overhead cranes and rigging equipment in compliance with shop safety standards (training provided if needed)

• Maintain accurate job records and material traceability throughout the process

**QUALIFICATIONS

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• Experience operating large CNC machine tools — HBMs, VTLs, large boring mills, or equivalent

• Comfort working with very large, heavy workpieces and precision fixturing systems

• Ability to read engineering drawings and apply GD&T tolerances

• Experience with large-scale inspection methods — height gauges, dial indicators, precision levels

• Fanuc or equivalent CNC control experience; program editing ability a plus

• Candidates who can perform independent setup and programming will be given preference and compensated accordingly

• Overhead crane operation experience or willingness to obtain certification

• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and follow all rigging and safety protocols

**COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

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Competitive pay — based on experience and qualifications

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401(k) with 4% company match

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Health insurance — 100% company paid

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Annual performance bonus

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Relocation assistance available for the right candidate

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

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You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• CNC Tooling
• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Repair
• CNC Machine Installation
• G-Code
• Tape Measure Reading
• M-Code
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement
• Spindle Maintenance & Repair
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Manual Machining Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• 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)