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Glance Company:

Synergy Employment Group Location:

Palmyra, PA (On-Site)

Job Type:

Full-Time Pay Range:

$26.00+ per hour (based on experience)

Shift:

1st Shift - Daytime schedule

Overtime:

As Needed Experience Level:

Mid to Senior (3+ years VTL experience preferred)

Work Authorization:

Must be authorized to work in the

United States Published:

February 23, 2026

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Apply directly through hireCNC Why This Role Exists This role exists to support ongoing machining demand for large-diameter, heavy-duty components requiring precision turning and experienced setup capability. The Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) Machinist plays a critical role in safely handling large castings and forgings while maintaining tight tolerances and production efficiency. This is not an entry-level turning role - it's for a machinist comfortable with large-scale work and complex setups. The Work You'll Be Doing In this role, you will: Perform full setups and operate CNC Vertical Turret Lathes (VTL) Load and secure large castings and forgings using overhead cranes and rigging equipment Read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T Verify dimensions using large-scale precision inspection tools Select carbide tooling appropriate for heavy-duty turning Monitor tool wear and adjust offsets as needed Perform in-process inspections to ensure parts meet specification Maintain a safe and organized work area This position requires confidence working with large workpieces and maintaining dimensional accuracy on heavy components. Machines, Controls & Equipment You'll be working with:

Machines:

CNC Vertical Turret Lathes (VTL)

Controls:

G-code based CNC controls

Material Handling:

Overhead cranes and rigging systems

Inspection Tools:

ID/OD micrometers, bore gauges, and large precision measurement tools Materials You May Work With Large castings Forgings Heavy industrial components What We're Looking For Required Proven experience operating CNC Vertical Turret Lathes Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills Ability to read and navigate G-code programs Experience safely handling large workpieces using overhead cranes Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision Dependable, safety-conscious work ethic Preferred Experience with large-diameter turning operations Background in heavy industrial or large-component machining environments Why Machinists Like This Role Steady 1st shift schedule Competitive starting pay at $26/hr+ based on experience Specialized machining environment Respect for experienced tradespeople Opportunity to work with large-scale equipment

Pay, Benefits & Schedule Pay Range:

$26.00 per hour and up (based on experience)

Schedule:

1st Shift - Daytime hours

Overtime:

As needed (Benefits available through employer - details provided during hiring process.) Apply Experienced VTL machinists ready for a steady 1st shift opportunity in Palmyra are encouraged to apply through hireCNC. Apply now or save this job to review later.