Precision Machine Operator – Lathe, 2nd Shift

Job overview

The Precision Machine Operator – Lathe, 2nd Shift role is an onsite, full-time position in Chesterton, IN, starting at $29.18 per hour plus a 5% shift differential. Urschel designs and manufactures industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries at its Chesterton headquarters. The operator runs CNC Swiss-type automatic lathes to machine parts from bar stock, then measures and documents inspections to verify tolerances. The work supports the completion of manufacturing processes and the production of precision components.

What you'll do

• Operate Star CNC Swiss-type automatic lathes to machine parts from bar stock
• use precision measuring instruments and gauges to inspect and document parts
• interpret engineering prints and job notes
• perform machining operations to close tolerances
• load and unload parts
• inspect tolerances throughout production runs
• clean and deburr parts to specifications
• complete other tasks needed for the manufacturing process.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

precision machine operator

lathe department

2nd shift

chesterton in

urschel laboratories

full-time

cnc swiss-type lathe

precision machining

engineering prints

quality inspection

employee-owned

$29.18/hr starting

5% shift differential

monday–thursday

friday may be required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Quarterly performance award bonus
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan with annual stock issuance
• two weeks’ vacation available upon hire
• medical, dental, and vision insurance available on the first day
• 401(k) with employer matching
• free life insurance
• paid holidays
• onsite workout center
• education reimbursement
• community involvement support.

Why this role

Second-shift position in the Lathe department; starting pay includes a 5% shift differential. The posting lists employee ownership, vacation available upon hire, insurance from the first day, a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and education reimbursement.

About the employer

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing. Sector: 33.