On-Site Turret Lathe Operator - Precision Machining

Wieland Small Tube Products; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Job summary

Wieland Small Tube Products in Kilgore, TX is seeking a Turret Lathe Operator to run turret lathe equipment and produce quality parts in line with schedules and engineering specs. This on-site role requires attention to safety and quality.

You will perform setups, inspections, and routine maintenance, read engineering drawings, and work with the team to meet production goals. Starting pay is $19.00-$20.00 per hour, typical schedule 5AM–3PM, Monday–Thursday with Friday as needed.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret engineering drawings to verify dimensions.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow SOPs.
• Operate turret lathe safely and efficiently to meet specs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, process, and maintain Turret Lathe operations.
• Inspect material before and after machining for quality.
• Load/unload parts; assist with assembly and basic maintenance.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and production standards; report discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Machine operation

Reading engineering drawings

English communication

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Ability to work Saturdays

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Foundry/casting knowledge (preferred)

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Job description

Wieland Small Tube Products in Kilgore, TX is seeking a Turret Lathe Operator to run turret lathe equipment and produce quality parts in line with schedules and engineering specs. This on-site role requires attention to safety and quality.

You will perform setups, inspections, and routine maintenance, read engineering drawings, and work with the team to meet production goals. Starting pay is $19.00-$20.00 per hour, typical schedule 5AM–3PM, Monday–Thursday with Friday as needed.