Manual Vertical Turret Lathe Machinist

Company: American StaffCorp Job Board
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Manual Vertical Turret Lathe Machinist 2nd shift 4 pm to 2:30 am 3 years’ experience preferred. Pay will DOE. Job Responsibilities: Set up and operate manual vertical turning machines to shape large, heavy, and complex metal components, such as turbine engine parts, large pump components, and industrial equipment components. Working from detailed blueprints and engineering drawings to perform precision machining, often holding tight tolerances. Required Qualifications Experience: 3 years of experience as a manual VTL machinist in a job shop or industrial environment. Technical Skills: Deep understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), shop math, and trigonometry. Equipment Proficiency: Experience with manual machines like Bullard VTLs, engine lathes, or boring mills. Education: High school diploma or equivalent; trade school or apprenticeship completion is highly preferred. Physical Strength: Ability to stand for long periods and lift to 50 lbs. unassisted. Key Skills Precision & Accuracy: Meticulous attention to detail to meet tight tolerances. Problem-Solving: Ability to adapt to unique, one-off projects and troubleshoot complex machining scenarios. Safety Consciousness: Knowledge of safety procedures and willingness to work with heavy, high-speed machinery. Job Responsibilities Setup and Operation: Independently set up and operate manual VTLs, including selecting and securing fixtures, chucks, and cutting tools. Machining Processes: Perform turning, facing, boring, threading, and drilling on various materials (steel, stainless steel, Inconel, titanium). Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and job travelers to determine machining sequences and dimensions. Quality Control: Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges to ensure compliance with specifications. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues with tooling, setups, or machine performance, making on-the-fly adjustments to speeds and feeds. Material Handling: Utilize overhead cranes and forklifts to load and unload heavy parts (>50 lbs.). Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on machines, including cleaning, lubrication, and maintaining a safe, organized, and compliant work area. Apply Americanstaffcorp.com text 918-372-3084 for more details if needed.

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