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Swiss Lathe Operator

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Nesco Resource

Lexington, KY (In Person)

$51,661 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/23/2026

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Job Description

Swiss Lathe Operator
  • 1st Shift | 4-
Day Work Week Pay:
$48,000
  • $52,000/year
Schedule:
1st Shift | 4 Days/Week (3-Day Weekends Every Week!)
Job Type:
Direct Hire (Full-Time
  • Start Immediately!
) Why You ll
Want This Job:
Work only 4 days a week
  • enjoy more time off Direct hire
  • no temp period, immediate benefits potential Consistent 1st shift hours
  • no nights or swing shifts Clean, organized, modern shop Room to grow your Swiss machining skills What You ll
Do:
Set up and operate Swiss-style CNC lathes Read and interpret blueprints, prints, and setup sheets Load materials (bar stock) and monitor machine performance Install and adjust cutting tools, guide bushings, and tool holders Perform tight-tolerance inspections using micrometers, calipers, and gauges Complete in-process inspections and documentation Identify and report defects or machining issues Perform routine machine maintenance (coolant, oils, lubrication) Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
What You Bring:
Experience operating or setting up Swiss lathes (preferred) Strong mechanical aptitude Ability to read and understand blueprints and tolerances Experience with precision measuring instruments High attention to detail and commitment to quality Solid math skills (fractions, decimals, tolerances) Willingness to learn and grow within the role
Bonus If You Have:
Experience with tight-tolerance machining Multi-axis CNC or Swiss machine background Troubleshooting and minor program adjustment experience Apply Today! Looking for a stable, long-term career with great pay and built-in 3-day weekends? This is your chance to join a team that values skill, quality, and work-life balance. CTD115 Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.