Precision Machining Technician — Press & Lathe Operations

Resonac Powdered Metals; Greensburg (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Resonac Powdered Metals is seeking a Precision Machining Technician to prepare, calibrate, and run press and lathe equipment on the 2nd or 3rd shift in Greensburg, Indiana. You will monitor speeds, loads, and measurements, while upholding safety and quality standards throughout the shift.

Effective communication and teamwork are essential as you document production results and assist with ongoing process improvements. This is an in-person, full-time role with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus.
• Experience with quality inspection and measurement tools.
• Ability to read work orders and calibrate equipment.
• Strong safety mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and calibrate press and lathe machines for production.
• Adjust parameters to maintain quality and throughput.
• Load materials into semi-automated equipment.
• Measure components with precision instruments.
• Troubleshoot and document issues and fixes.
• Maintain accurate activity and production logs.
• Inspect output and flag defects.
• Assist with shift handoffs.

Skills

Quality Inspection Experience

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Machine Setups

Manufacturing Experience

Basic Computer Skills

Detail-oriented

Clear Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree (plus)

Job description

Shape Metal. Build Quality. Grow Your Craft.Step into a production floor where your hands-on skill makes a measurable difference. As our Precision Machining Technician, you’ll start each shift preparing press and lathe equipment so every run meets spec—from first piece to final pallet.A day in the lifeYou arrive, review the work order, and ready the machines—cleaning, calibrating, and dialing in settings so the first production cycle starts smooth. You load raw material into semi-automated equipment, monitor speeds and feeds, and make adjustments on the fly. Periodically, you test machine performance and confirm output meets standards. When something isn’t right, you troubleshoot, correct the issue, and document what you did. Throughout the shift, you inspect parts using precision measuring tools, flag defects, and record both accepted and rejected units. Before you clock out, you wrap with accurate activity and production logs so the next team can hit the ground running.Core responsibilitiesPrepare and calibrate press and lathe machines; clean and verify readiness for production cyclesAdjust operating parameters (e.g., speed) to maintain quality and throughputLoad raw materials/parts into semi-automated equipmentMeasure components with precision instruments and gaugesPerform periodic test runs and functional checksTroubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during the shiftInspect output to identify machine-related defectsRecord approved and defective units or finished goodsMaintain accurate activity and production logsWhat you’ll bringStrong commitment to health and safety practicesAnalytical, problem-solving mindsetKeen attention to detail and qualityClear communication and teamwork skillsPhysical stamina and strength to perform shop-floor workMinimum qualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plusEmployment detailsJob Type: Full-timeWork Location: In personSchedule2nd or 3rd Shift8 hour shiftOvertimeWeekends as neededProficiencies that set you up for successQuality Inspection ExperienceMechanical Troubleshooting SkillsMachine Setups for Production RunsExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentBasic Computer SkillsBenefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offReferral programVision insurancePeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyResonac is an equal opportunity employer