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Fairbanks Morse Defense

Boring Bar Operator

19 days ago by Fairbanks Morse Defense
  • Salary negotiable
  • Beloit, WI, US
  • Full-time
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AI summary

Set up and operate a horizontal boring and milling machine, machining and repairing heavy-duty engine components to very tight tolerances. Fairbanks Morse Engine (a Fairbanks Morse Defense division) manufactures and supplies marine diesel engines for naval and coast guard customers. Standout element: hands-on, precision machining work supporting mission-critical defense marine power.

Key skills
Manual horizontal boring bar setup and operationHorizontal boring and milling machine operationBlueprint and drawing readingPrecision measurement (micrometers, verniers, calipers, dial indicators)Selecting feeds and speedsMachining operations (boring, drilling, tapping, reaming, counterboring, milling)Working to ±0.0005 tolerancesQuality control principlesOverhead crane/hoist handling of heavy partsRework/repair of machined parts
Salary not listed — comparable onsite Boring Bar Operator roles in Wisconsin typically pay about $25–$38/hour depending on experience and shift premiums.
You'll thrive here if you’re an experienced manual boring bar operator who can read blueprints, hold ±0.0005 tolerances, and work independently while handling heavy parts safely.
Why apply
  • Work on mission-critical marine engines
  • Precision machining to tight tolerances
  • U.S.-based manufacturing facility

About Fairbanks Morse Engine

Located in Beloit, Wisconsin, Fairbanks Morse Engine (FME) manufactures, assembles, tests, and distributes heavy-duty, medium-speed reciprocating engines under the Fairbanks Morse® and ALCO® brand names. Fairbanks Morse manufacturing is conducted in its U.S.-based facility. FME sells its high-performance engines directly to naval marine customers and shipyards. As a principal supplier of reliable diesel engines to the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Coast Guard, and the Canadian Coast Guard, FME enables the defense industry to complete worldwide mission-critical operations. FME is a division of Fairbanks Morse Defense, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment and a leading provider of reliable marine power solutions.

Learn more about FME by visiting www.fairbanksmorse.com.

Fairbanks Morse is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Position Summary

Primary Function: To set up and operate a horizontal boring and milling machine.
Tools & Equipment: Horizontal boring and milling machine, rotary table, angle stands, set up blocks, facing head, boring head, machine attachments, face mills, arbors, clamps, bolts, fixtures, hammer, wrenches, micrometers, verniers, calipers, scales, dial indicators, gages, blueprints, sketches, process sheets, hoist, overhead crane.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

  • Receives assignment, drawings, and/or verbal instructions.
  • Make set ups using tools and equipment needed, select feeds and speeds.
  • Machine parts to drawing dimensions performing operations such as bore, cobore, tap, drill, ream, counterbore, mill ends; face thrust bearings.
  • Rework/repair parts as required.
  • Work to tolerances of ± .0005 by adjusting and setting tools.
  • Handle heavy parts by hoist or overhead crane.

Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements

  • Proven experience/knowledge in setting up/operating manual boring bar.
  • Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints, drawings etc.
  • Good understanding of quality control principles.
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical condition.
  • High school diploma: Higher degree from a technical school will be appreciated.
  • Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
  • Ability to work independently w/minimal supervision.
  • Ability to maintain confidential information.
  • Ability to thrive in a critical thinking environment.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving techniques.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Reference: 25765_532446902·Original posting
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