Turret Operator I - 3rd Shift

AMETEK, Inc.; Pierceton (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. seeks a Turret Operator I for the 3rd shift in Pierceton, IN. The role sets up and operates a CNC turret press, trains others, and ensures parts meet blueprint specs. The position is hourly with a salary range of $40,000–$45,000 per year, reflecting a strong quality focus in a production environment.

Required: high school diploma and 1–3 years in metal fabrication; reading blueprints; able to work with minimal supervision and in a team-based setting. ISO policies apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC turret press per work instructions.
• Test and inspect equipment and parts to blueprint specifications.
• Inspect product for compliance and sign off for first piece approval.
• Train others in the work cell to assure quality and timeliness.
• Perform preventive maintenance on CNC machines.
• Document and record all work in the work cell.
• Comply with ISO policies and procedures.

Skills

Read blueprints

Team oriented

Minimal supervision

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

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Job Title: Turret Operator I - 3rd Shift

Location: Pierceton, IN, US, 46562

Business Unit: Paragon Medical Orthopedics

Posting Date: Jul 21, 2026

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

• Set-up and operate CNC Turret press, editing of programs, tooling maintenance, assist in the training of operators and the use of associated computer equipment. Produce good quality parts in a timely manner. Perform preventive maintenance of CNC machines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Obtain and apply information from Work Instruction File.
• Set-up and operate CNC and computer by following machine setup sheets.
• Test and inspect equipment.
• Test and inspect product to blueprint specifications.
• Inspect product for compliance to requirements and sign-off for first piece approval.
• Utilizes and completes documentation requirements.
• Understand and follow policy procedures.
• Prepare product for transfer to next work cell.
• Shut down and store computer and equipment.
• Document and record all work done in work cell.
• Perform preventative maintenance of CNC machines.
• Train others in respective work cell to assure good quality parts are being produced in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure general maintenance and upkeep of equipment.
• Comply with ISO policies and procedures.

OCCASIONAL DUTIES:

• Operation of associated metal fabrication machinery: surface grinder, press brakes, surface graining, and edge deburring machines.
• Once employee demonstrates competency in position, he/she may be required to train others in similar roles.

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• One to three years experience in metal fabrication.

SKILLS:

• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Team oriented.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required throughout the workday to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to see print in various sizes and formats. May be required to climb stairs. Must regularly be able to pull and push up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work environment: Work performed in a production environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time (for Maintenance & Receiving only). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high, in some areas.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 40,000

Salary Maximum: 45,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visithttps://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].