Precision Machine Operator - 2nd Shift at Urschel Laboratories, Inc. (Chesterton, IN)
Urschel Laboratories, Inc.· Chesterton, IN·
Job description
Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, has an opening for a Precision Machine Operator for our 2nd shift operations in the Milling department working full-time Monday-Thursday and may require working on Friday based on workloads.
Urschel employee-owners design and manufacture industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries around the world from our global headquarters located in Chesterton, Indiana, U.S.A. Consumers purchase goods manufactured on Urschel cutting equipment on a daily basis. Advanced manufacturing technologies are utilized at our climate controlled, clean, and environmentally conscious facility.
Starting pay is $29.18/hour + 5% Shift Differential
Company Benefits, Rewards and Perks:
- Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
- 2 Weeks’ Vacation Available Upon Hire
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available on 1st Day of Employment
- Low Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Premiums and Deductibles
- Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Free Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy
A day in the life of a Precision Machine Operator includes operating machine tools including, but not limited to, manual or CNC machine tools and ancillary equipment to machine parts from castings, forgings, fabricated parts, and bar stock. Uses various types of precision measuring instruments and gaging to verify and document inspections. Performs all necessary tasks required to complete the process.
Qualified applicants must have a minimum of one-year work experience in a manufacturing environment with a high school diploma or equivalent. This position requires the ability to interpret engineering prints and job notes, perform a variety of machining operations to close and interrelated tolerances, repetitively loads and unloads parts into machine(s), inspects and documents tolerances from engineering prints throughout entire part run, thoroughly cleans and deburrs parts according to Urschel specification, and performs any other necessary task to complete the manufacturing process. Physical demands include continuous durations of standing, with frequent durations of walking, wrist movement, forearm rotation, and use of vibratory tools.
If you are seeking an outstanding career opportunity, visit the Urschel careers link directly at urschel.com/careers or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.
Applications will be accepted through Sunday, September 20, 2026.
EEO/Veterans/Disability
Date Posted: 9/4/2026
Why work at Urschel Laboratories, Inc.
- Employee Ownership: All full‑time and qualifying part‑time employees automatically become participants in the ESOP after one year (1,000+ hours), receiving company stock contributions at no cost.
- Benefits & Perks:
- Health/dental/vision insurance – available immediately upon hire with low deductibles.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – annual contributions of company stock.
- Vacation time available immediately, paid sick days, holidays, life insurance, long‑term care, disability coverage.
- Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities (e.g., Vincennes University partnership).
- On‑site fitness center with personal trainers and fitness classes.
- Work Environment: 100% employee‑owned culture with a “positive work environment.” Roles are primarily on‑site at the Chesterton, IN campus; remote work is not typical for manufacturing or office roles.
- Engineering & Innovation Culture: The company retains “Laboratories” in its name to reflect its commitment to continuous R&D. Employees work on cutting‑edge food‑processing machinery in a modern, 500,000 sq ft facility.
- Recognition: Voted “Best Place to Work” three years running, indicating strong employee satisfaction and community reputation.