Job Description (JD) – Conventional VTL Operator (Valve & Defence Components)

Position: Conventional VTL (Vertical Turret Lathe) Operator
Department: Production – Machine Shop Division
Industry: Machining – Valve & Defence Components
Reports To: Production Supervisor / Shop Floor In-charge
Location: Machine Shop Division

Key Responsibilities

- Set up and operate conventional VTL machines for machining valve and defence components.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, process sheets, and machining instructions.
- Perform facing, boring, turning, grooving, drilling, and threading operations as per specifications.
- Select appropriate cutting tools, inserts, fixtures, and measuring instruments.
- Monitor machining parameters such as speed, feed, and depth of cut.
- Inspect components using measuring instruments such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, dial indicators, and inside/outside micrometers.
- Maintain dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and geometric tolerances as per drawing requirements.
- Record production, inspection, and machine maintenance data.
- Perform routine machine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance.
- Report machine abnormalities, tooling issues, and quality deviations to the supervisor.
- Ensure proper handling and identification of materials and finished components.
- Follow 5S, safety procedures, PPE requirements, and company quality standards.
- Support continuous improvement and productivity initiatives.

Educational Qualification

- ITI (Turner/Machinist) or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- Equivalent technical qualification with relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience

- Minimum: 3–5 years in operating Conventional VTL machines.
- Experience in machining valve bodies, valve bonnets, flanges, rings, or defence components is preferred.

Technical Skills

- Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.;
- Knowledge of machining parameters and cutting tools.




- Experience with large-diameter component machining.
- Understanding of machining allowances and tolerances.
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
- Knowledge of work holding and fixture setting.
- Basic knowledge of material grades such as Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Duplex, Super Duplex, and defence-grade alloys.

Quality Requirements

- Produce components within specified dimensional tolerances.
- Follow inspection plans and quality procedures.
- Ensure traceability of components and production records.
- Minimize rejection and rework.
- Comply with ISO 9001:2015 quality requirements.

Safety Responsibilities

- Wear prescribed PPE at all times.
- Follow machine safety procedures and safe lifting practices.
- Maintain a clean and organized workplace (5S).
- Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and accidents immediately.
- Follow company EHS and ISO safety procedures.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Daily production achievement.
- First-pass acceptance rate.
- Rejection and rework percentage.
- Machine utilization.
- On-time completion of jobs.
- Compliance with safety and 5S requirements.
- Attendance and discipline.

Competencies

- Technical competence in conventional machining.
- Attention to detail.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Teamwork and communication.
- Quality consciousness.
- Time management.
- Safety awareness.

Working Conditions

- Shop floor environment involving heavy machining operations.
- Rotational shifts as per production requirements.
- Standing for extended periods and handling heavy workpieces using cranes and lifting equipment.

Preferred Knowledge

- Valve manufacturing processes.
- Defence component machining standards.
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System.
- Basic Lean Manufacturing and 5S practices.
- Safe operation of overhead cranes and material handling equipment.

Conduct: +91-XXXXXXXXXX / 96552 31567.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Perks:

- Food provided
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Conventional VTL Operator (India)
🏢 Sri Maalathi Engineering Industirees
📍 India