Lathe Operator

Nesco Resource, LLCLexington, KY

$48,000 - $52,000 / hour

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Overview

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$48,000-$52,000/hour

Job Description

Swiss Lathe Operator – 1st Shift | 4-Day Work Week

Pay: $48,000 – $52,000/year Schedule: 1st Shift | 4 Days/Week (3-Day Weekends Every Week!) Job Type: Direct Hire (Full-Time – Start Immediately!)

Why You’ll Want This Job:

Work only 4 days a week – enjoy more time off
Direct hire – no temp period, immediate benefits potential
Consistent 1st shift hours – no nights or swing shifts
Clean, organized, modern shop
Room to grow your Swiss machining skills

What You’ll Do:

Set up and operate Swiss-style CNC lathes
Read and interpret blueprints, prints, and setup sheets
Load materials (bar stock) and monitor machine performance
Install and adjust cutting tools, guide bushings, and tool holders
Perform tight-tolerance inspections using micrometers, calipers, and gauges
Complete in-process inspections and documentation
Identify and report defects or machining issues
Perform routine machine maintenance (coolant, oils, lubrication)
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

What You Bring:

Experience operating or setting up Swiss lathes (preferred)
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to read and understand blueprints and tolerances
Experience with precision measuring instruments
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Solid math skills (fractions, decimals, tolerances)
Willingness to learn and grow within the role

Bonus If You Have:

Experience with tight-tolerance machining
Multi-axis CNC or Swiss machine background
Troubleshooting and minor program adjustment experience

Apply Today!

Looking for a stable, long-term career with great pay and built-in 3-day weekends? This is your chance to join a team that values skill, quality, and work-life balance. CTD115Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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This job at Nesco Resource, LLC is located in Lexington, KY, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Nesco Resource, LLC?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $48,000–$52,000 per hour for this role.

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