VTL (Vertical Turning Lathe) Operator

$19 - $20 per hour

Trinity Employment Specialists

Tulsa, OK

Job Description

VTL Operator (2nd Shift)

Location: Tulsa, OK

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Pay: $19–$20/hour + $2/hour shift differential

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Trinity Employment Specialists is seeking an experienced VTL (Vertical Turning Lathe) Operator for a 2nd shift opportunity with a stable manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will have prior experience operating large vertical lathes in a production or heavy manufacturing environment.

Objective: Ensures that 1) tank heads are beveled and tapered in accordance with the specifications set out on their Job Travelers and 2) the measurements of the finished tank heads fall within the allowed tolerances.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Follow shop safety and environmental rules
Machine heads and dies to specific tolerances using manual vertical and horizontal lathes.
Report quality issues, including defects and damage to the supervisor in charge
Coordinate with other departments as needed to accomplish objectives
Comply with the industry standards and safety regulations
Complete all tasks as delegated by the supervisor in charge
Manage time and work efficiently to meet production deadlines
Keep the work area clean and organized
Move materials with a forklift

Qualifications

Previous VTL operating experience preferred
Experience in machining or heavy manufacturing
Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools
Strong attention to detail and safety-focused mindset
Ability to work 2nd shift (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday–Friday)

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