Precision Grinder

Urschel Laboratories, Inc.; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance bonus

ESOP

Health insurance premiums

Free Health Clinic

401(k) with employer matching

Free life insurance

Paid holidays

Onsite gym with personal trainers

Education reimbursement

Community involvement support

Job summary

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. in Chesterton, Indiana, seeks a Precision Grinder for day shift (Mon-Fri, with possible Saturday).

You will set up and operate manual and CNC grinders to produce precision parts from carbide, stainless steel and bronze, complying with specs. Qualified applicants have 1–2 years related experience, good math and measurement skills, and familiarity with FANUC controls; Studer/Agathon experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years related experience or training with high school education or equivalent.
• Ability to solve math problems and use precision measuring instruments.
• Familiarity with FANUC controls; Studer/Agathon experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual and CNC precision grinding machines to grind carbide, stainless steel, and bronze parts.
• Balance and inspect parts to specification and tolerances.
• Set up honing machines and keyway cutters; select and calibrate grinding wheels.

Skills

Math proficiency

Precision measurement

FANUC controls

Grinder operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Studer

Agathon

Job description

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, has an opening for a Precision Grinder for our day shift operations working full-time, Monday-Friday and may require working on Saturday 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 $31.81/hour

Company Benefits, Rewards and Perks:

• Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
• 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 Grinder sets-up and operates manual and CNC precision grinding machines to grind a variety of carbide, stainless steel, and bronze parts to specified dimensions. Balances a variety of parts. Set-up and operates honing machines and keyway cutters.Selects, mounts, attaches and calibrates a variety of different grinding wheels for cylindrical and flat grinding.

Qualified applicants must have a minimum of one to two years related experience and/or training with a high school education or equivalent. Ability to solve math problems, use precision measuring instruments, basic computer skills and able to communicate effectively. Familiarity with FANUC controls, and experience with Studer and Agathon a plus. Physical Demands include remaining stationery for sustained durations, stooping/bending, pushing/pulling, overreaching, wrist movement, and gripping, grasping and/or squeezing.

Applications will be accepted through Monday, September 7, 2026.

EEO/Veterans/Disability

Date Posted: 8/24/2026