Vtl Machine Operator

Role & responsibilities :

JOB DESCRIPTION VTL MACHINE OPERATOR

Position Details

Position: VTL Machine Operator
Department: Production / Machine Shop
Reporting To: Production Supervisor / Machine Shop In-Charge
Location: Chennai
Experience: 25 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Purpose

To operate Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) machines safely and efficiently, ensuring components are machined as per drawings, specifications, quality standards, and production targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor VTL machines for machining of various components.
• Set and operate the machine as per production requirements and job specifications.
• Read and understand engineering drawings, machining drawings, and work instructions.
• Perform machine setting, tool selection, tool offset adjustment, and tool changing.
• Ensure correct loading, unloading, and proper alignment of components on the machine.
• Check dimensions using measuring instruments such as Vernier Caliper, Micrometer, Bore Gauge, Dial Gauge, and other inspection tools.
• Maintain required dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and tolerance as per drawing.
• Monitor machining parameters such as speed, feed, depth of cut, and cutting conditions.
• Identify tool wear, abnormal machine conditions, and machining defects and take corrective action.
• Coordinate with the Quality and Production teams for first-piece and in-process inspection.
• Maintain production records, inspection reports, and machine-related documents.
• Achieve daily/monthly production targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Follow safety procedures, PPE requirements, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain 5S and cleanliness around the machine and work area.
• Carry out basic machine maintenance and report breakdowns or abnormalities to the maintenance team.
• Minimize rejection, rework, tool consumption, and machine downtime.
• Follow company policies related to quality, safety, discipline, and productivity.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of VTL machine operation and machining processes.
• Knowledge of turning, facing, boring, grooving, drilling, and other machining operations.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, inserts, tool geometry, and tool life.
• Knowledge of machining parameters and cutting conditions.
• Good knowledge of measuring instruments and dimensional inspection.
• Basic knowledge of CNC/VTL controls is an advantage.
• Ability to identify machining defects and take necessary corrective action.
• Good understanding of workplace safety and 5S practices.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Educational Qualification

• ITI Fitter / Turner / Machinist preferred.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage.

Experience

• 25 years of relevant experience in VTL machine operation.
• Experience in heavy engineering, automotive, fabrication, casting, forging, or machining industries will be preferred.
• Candidates with experience in CNC/VTL machine operation and setting will be given preference.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production target achievement.
• Dimensional accuracy and product quality.
• Rejection and rework reduction.
• Machine utilization and downtime.
• Tool consumption and tool-life management.
• Adherence to safety and 5S standards.
• Timely completion of production schedules.