Panel Lathe Operator ($24 per hr)

Panel Lathe Operator

Metal Spinners is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Panel Lathe Operator to join our manufacturing team in Angola, Indiana. The Panel Lathe Operator manually shapes each part by applying pressure to the material utilizing a combination of upper body strength, lower body leverage and special forming tools; generally, between 6 and 9 ft.

Benefits:

• Company-paid health insurance
• Dental, and vision insurance
• Quarterly production bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Occupational therapy
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-the-job training
• Opportunity for long-term career stability and growth

Job Duties:

• Perform all safety checks at the start of the shift on all cranes and tools, document as necessary and continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.
• Read, understand, and interpret blueprints and job routings.
• Record required information on proper forms relating to machining practices where required.
• Properly operate and interpret various measuring devices (micrometers, calipers, gauges etc.
• Correctly monitor and identify when equipment needs to be sent out for calibration.
• Perform inspections using Quality Assurance procedures and work instructions.
• Work with department supervisor and maintenance to make sure machines are running smoothly.
• Performs housekeeping and other related duties.

Equipment Knowledge:

• Operate cranes, hoists, tables, forklifts, and other devices in a safe manner and complete any training/safety program relating to the operation of the equipment.
• Operate general hand tools.
• Operate shop floor equipment.
• Operate company computer systems.
• Operator lathe machine.

Role Requirements:

• Possess good communication and reasoning skills with the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions whether written or oral.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Understand and support Company policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.

About Us:

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you're seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We're stronger together. At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization.

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.

About the Team:

We're a leading metal-forming, manufacturing and service company devoted to providing our customers industry-leading metal spinning, hydroforming and other specialized metal-forming services. We form steel, stainless steel, cold-rolled steel, hot rolled steel, aluminum, copper, brass, hastelloy and inconel into a variety of shapes, including panels, hemispheres, hoppers, venturis, cans, pans, shells and other formed metal parts.

Job Info:

• Job Identification 225243
• Job Category Production
• Posting Date 05/07/2026, 08:50 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 800 Growth Parkway, Angola, IN, 46703, US