Turret Lathe Operator: On‑Site Growth & Benefits

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid vacation and holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Wieland Group is hiring a Turret Lathe Operator at our Kilgore, TX facility. You will operate turret lathe equipment to produce quality parts per production schedules and specs, maintain a clean work area, and perform routine quality checks.

This on-site role requires English communication and attention to detail, with safety as a priority. Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $20.00 per hour with a 5 AM–3 PM schedule, Monday through Thursday, and Fridays if needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail (critical skill).
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to read dimensioned engineering drawings.
• Ability to read a tape measure and calipers.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Experience in foundry/casting industry (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, organized, and clean working environment.
• Set-up, process, and maintain turret lathe.
• Take rough castings from the foundry and process with machinery.
• Operate machinery in a safe manner to ensure quality product.
• Inspect material before and after operation for imperfections.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Reading drawings

Tape measure & calipers reading

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

Wieland Group is hiring a Turret Lathe Operator at our Kilgore, TX facility. You will operate turret lathe equipment to produce quality parts per production schedules and specs, maintain a clean work area, and perform routine quality checks.

This on-site role requires English communication and attention to detail, with safety as a priority. Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $20.00 per hour with a 5 AM–3 PM schedule, Monday through Thursday, and Fridays if needed.