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Machinist - Lathe Operator

Andritz Metals USA, Inc
Chesterton, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/31/2026

The ANDRITZ GROUP

The ANDRITZ GROUP is a worldwide leading supplier of plants and services for the hydropower, pulp and paper, metals, and other specialized industries (solid/liquid separation, feed, and biofuel). Globally the Group is headquartered in Graz, Austria, and has a staff of approximately 28,000 employees worldwide. ANDRITZ operates over 180 production sites, service and sales companies all around the world.

ANDRITZ Metals USA

ANDRITZ Metals USA designs and builds equipment for the processing of carbon steel, stainless steel, and non-ferrous metal including pickling lines, coating lines, levelers, cut to length lines, slitting lines, as well as continuous or batch furnaces for reheating slabs, blooms, billets, and structural shapes. We specialize in supplying parts and services for rolling mills and strip processors and provide a wide range of mechanical and electrical components for ANDRITZ equipment, as well as for many other brands in the industry.

The Role

Under the direction of the Working Shop Supervisor , the CNC Lathe Operator is responsible for Initiating machining processes, tool selections, feeds, and speeds for a variety of materials.

Requirements

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Key Result Items

  • Maintain production rates according to established standards.
  • Notify Supervisor with any problems of procedures or equipment.
  • Performs set-ups and operate CNC Lathe Machine
  • Maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.
  • Maintain high awareness of safety procedures.

#1AndritzWay Core Behaviors

  • Customer Focus
  • Ownership for Performance
  • Shared Commitment
  • Openness

Job Specific Competencies

  • Capable of using a micrometer, calipers, and hand tools
  • Ability to read blueprints
  • Skilled on an overhead crane
  • Can read and Edit “G” Code Programming

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3 years’ experience operating CNC lathes

Physical Requirements

  • The ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Profit sharing
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Chesterton, IN 46304 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Chesterton, IN 46304: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25

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