Senior Horizontal Mill & Vertical Turret Lathe Operator

Are You the Expert Who Owns Heavy-Part Accuracy?

JWC Machine and Fab (Mobile, AL) builds precision components for industrial clients who expect flawless results. We run both standard production and complex, one‑off work across many materials—and we do it with pride. Ready to lead on HBMs and VTLs with parts up to 44,000 lbs?

Why This Role?

Impact:
Your setups, offsets, and in‑process checks determine whether massive parts meet spec the first time.

Range:
Contribute anywhere from load/setup to full independent setup, programming, and execution—compensation scales with capability.

Collaboration:

Work closely with engineering and supervision to design efficient, safe, first‑time‑right setups.

What Will I Do Day to Day?

Load, rig, and fixture oversized work pieces using overhead cranes and precision tooling.

Set up and operate Horizontal Boring Mills and Vertical Turret Lathes per drawings and job travelers.

Run in‑process dimensional inspections using height gages, dial indicators, and precision levels for large‑format features.

Control the cut: apply offsets, make minor program edits, and hold GD&T callouts.

Escalate safety, tooling, and quality concerns early—prevent issues before they become downtime.

Keep records straight, including material and job traceability.

What Do I Need to Bring?

Background on large CNC platforms (HBMs, VTLs, large boring mills, or comparable heavy iron).Confidence working around very large parts and advanced fixturing systems.

Fluency reading engineering drawings with GD&T.

Experience with large‑scale inspection methods (height gauges, indicators, precision levels).Fanuc or similar control experience; comfort with program edits is a plus.

Independent setup/programming capability preferred (and pays accordingly).Overhead crane operation experience or readiness to certify.

Safety‑first mindset with rigging and heavy equipment.

Proficiencies That Stand OutGD&T and print interpretation

Equipment troubleshootingCNC tooling selection and optimizationCNC programmingCNC machine repair and installationG‑Code / M‑Code Accurate use of tape measures

Setup and changeover for CNC equipment

Precision hand metrology

Advanced inspection and gauge use Spindle maintenance and repair

Production‑run setup strategies

Manual machining skills

Machines & Technologies on Our FloorCNC 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, UnionCNC Mill (5+ axis VMC):
Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Kitamura, Hwachon, Dmg Mori Seiki, Mikron, Matsuura Pay, Perks, and Support Competitive compensation aligned with your experience and scope of responsibility
401(k) with a 4% company match
100% company‑paid health insurance

Annual performance bonus

Relocation help for the right candidate

Location:

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