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Boring Mill Operator / CNC Machinist

Troy, MI · On-site

$28 - $38/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

CNC BORING MILL OPERATOR (Fanuc Control) ZETA Tool LLC | Troy, MI About the Company We are a precision fabrication and machine shop with build capabilities in house. Company is based in Troy, MI ...

GABLETEK

CNC Mill Operator (Large Mill / Boring Mill)

Novi, MI · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

CNC Mill Operator (Large Mill / Boring Mill) Job Type: Contract Shift: Day Shift (6:00 AM - 4:30 PM) or Night Shift (4:00 PM - 2:30 AM) Pay Rate: Competitive (Based on Experience) Location: Novi, MI ...

GABLETEK

CNC Mill Operator (Large Mill / Boring Mill)

Novi, MI · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

CNC Mill Operator (Large Mill / Boring Mill) Job Type: Contract Shift: Day Shift (6:00 AM - 4:30 PM) or Night Shift (4:00 PM - 2:30 AM) Pay Rate: Competitive (Based on Experience) Location: Novi, MI ...

Neenah Foundry

Boring Mill Operator - 1st shift

Neenah, WI · On-site

$24.76/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The role offers the opportunity to train on all pieces of equipment in the machine shop including drill press, boring mill machines, manual, automatic, and CNC Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Coast Personnel

Boring Mill (Horizontal)

Valencia, CA · On-site

Job ID: 16942 Primary Responsibilities Set up and machine operations on high strength steel parts and plated surfaces (chrome/ nickel) May run one or more machines on a regular basis Each machinist ...

Celeros Flow Technology

Horizontal Boring Mill Operator

Downey, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

MACHINIST - HORIZONTAL BORING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Location: Downey, CA Work Environment: On-site Monday - Friday Work Schedule/Hours: 6:00AM - 2:30PM Pay Range: $30-35/HOUR. The specific pay offered ...

Celeros Flow Technology

Horizontal Boring Mill Operator

Downey, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

MACHINIST - HORIZONTAL BORING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Location: Downey, CA Work Environment: On-site Monday - Friday Work Schedule/Hours: 6:00AM - 2:30PM Pay Range: $30-35/HOUR. The specific pay offered ...

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How much do boring mill jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for boring mill in the United States is $23.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a boring mill?

Boring mill operators are skilled machinists who operate large industrial machines called boring mills. These machines are used to enlarge or finish holes in metal workpieces with high precision, often for heavy machinery parts. Operators are responsible for setting up the machine, selecting appropriate tools, monitoring the machining process, and ensuring the final product meets specifications. They may also perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot any issues with the equipment. Boring mill operators typically work in manufacturing or metal fabrication industries.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a boring mill operator and how does this role interact with other team members on the shop floor?

A Boring Mill operator is primarily responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining boring mill machines to precisely enlarge holes in metal workpieces according to technical specifications. Daily tasks include reading blueprints, selecting appropriate tools, ensuring precise measurements, and conducting routine maintenance on the equipment. Operators regularly collaborate with machinists, quality control inspectors, and engineers to resolve technical challenges and ensure that finished components meet quality standards. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as projects often require coordination with other departments to meet production deadlines and maintain safety protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a boring mill operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Boring Mill Operator, you need a solid understanding of machining processes, blueprint reading, and mechanical aptitude, often supported by a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with CNC and manual boring mills, precision measuring tools, and relevant safety certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and strong communication skills help operators excel in maintaining quality and efficiency. These skills are crucial to ensure precise production of parts, safe operation of equipment, and consistent workflow in manufacturing environments.

What is the difference between Boring Mill vs Lathe Operator?

AspectBoring MillLathe Operator
Primary FunctionMachine used for enlarging or finishing holes in large workpiecesMachine used for shaping, cutting, or turning metal or wood workpieces
Work EnvironmentFactories, machine shops, heavy manufacturingFactories, machine shops, metalworking facilities
Required SkillsPrecision measurement, setup of boring tools, understanding of machining processesTurning, threading, and shaping skills, setup of lathes, measurement
CertificationsMachining certifications, technical trainingMachining certifications, technical training

Both Boring Mill operators and Lathe Operators work in manufacturing environments and require similar technical skills and certifications. However, Boring Mill operators focus on enlarging or finishing holes in large workpieces, while Lathe Operators primarily shape and cut materials through turning processes. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Boring Mill job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,604 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

Boring Mill Operator - 2nd Shift

Graham Corporation

Batavia, NY • On-site

$21.60 - $30/hr

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Job description

Job Title: Boring Mill Operator
Reports To: Manufacturing Supervisor
Level of Work: I
Position Summary: Working form blueprints, sketches, and oral or written instructions, sets up and operates a manual boring mill.
Key Results Areas by level of work
Level I: Quality - Complete and accurate work performed efficiently
Production quality and efficiency using appropriate tools and equipment, qualified to perform special processes as needed
  1. Sets up and operates machine for boring, turning, and facing castings, forging, jigs, fixtures, etc
  2. May be required to improvise holding fixtures when standard fixtures do not serve.
  3. Sets feeds, speeds, cut depth , and select tools.
  4. Makes allowances for metal characteristics, temperature effect and shrinkage.
  5. Performs in-process inspection using a variety of measuring tools and indicators.
  6. Size, weight and location of work may require use of hand and power operated machine handling equipment.
  7. Consistently meets customer's quality requirements and expectations.
  8. Will be required to supply several personal tools such as square, scale, tape, hammer and wrench

Follow instructions - oral and/or written
  1. Can properly read all blueprint and work instructions
  2. Will provide instruction and guidance to employees assigned to assist and as required, will participate in training of welders and other employees of the department of lesser classification.
  3. Performs other duties as assigned by their supervisor, or his/her designate.

Safety & housekeeping
  1. Work may require use of scaffold, ladders, forklift, and/or scissor lift.
  2. Work may require the use of a crane to move part.
  3. Maintains a clean work area with no clutter.
  4. Practices safety at all times while at work.
  5. Follows safety policies and procedures and speaks up when others are non-compliant.
  6. Wears all safety equipment for area of work.

Continual Improvement suggestions
  1. Identify, recommend and/or implement continuous improvement opportunities that result in improved quality and increased capacity.
  2. Keeps an open mind to others continuous improvement suggestions
  3. Bring continuous improvement suggestions to the appropriate team member.

Professional Development
  1. Demonstrates initiative, positive attitude, and enthusiasm for the job
  2. Will follow up with supervisor on professional development goals and opportunities
  3. Takes an interest and lets it be known that they have a desire to grow with the company

Requirements
Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.
Education and Training:
  • High school GED Required
  • Trade school/BOCES in Machining Fundamentals

Experience:
  • BOCES training or its equivalent in progressive Machine Shop assignments

Other:
  • Must be willing to work overtime as required.
  • Minimal travel may be required

Skills:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
  • Ability and willingness to abide by set policies and/or safety programs established by GHM, our clients, and/or regulatory agencies which govern our performance and behavior in the normal course of our work while on GHM or the client's property or job site.
  • Strong organization and time management skills.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values.
  • Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter and within a team oriented culture.
  • Exhibits polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail and mail.
  • Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
  • Maintain a collaborative relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Obtains support and cooperation from others and reciprocates; demonstrates positive behaviors, displaying tact, respect, and understanding when dealing with others; proactively engages and confronts issues to achieve continual improvement.
  • Meets challenges with resourcefulness, generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others attention.
  • Demonstrates pride in workmanship and commitment to continual quality improvement; maintains clean, organized work area; maintains accurate and timely labor reporting; makes improvement based on lessons learned; maintains strict adherence to quality system requirements.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment.
  • Strong training skills.

Physical and Mental Demands
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Physical demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is primarily required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, lift and bend. Required to speak and communicate clearly with others. Corrected vision to 20/20 or adequate and ability to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Mental demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to read, write, analyze data and reports, exercise judgment, develop plans, procedures and goals, present information to others and work under pressure.
  • Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is also exposed to high level of manufacturing and equipment noise. Duties are performed indoors in a manufacturing environment with temperature changes. Exposure to hazardous materials, fumes or airborne particles and moving mechanical parts with vibration.

Work Authorization
Must be able to work in the U.S without sponsorship.
Salary Description
$21.60-30.00/hour

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