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Swiss Lathe Operator

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listing for: Oberg Industries
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Manufacturing Engineer, Industrial Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Swiss Lathe Operator

Join a team where your skills directly impact the production of high-precision components used in critical industries like medical, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing. We are looking for a Swiss Lathe Operator who takes pride in craftsmanship, accuracy, and continuous improvement. We are accepting applications to fill our night shift positions.

What You'll Do:

  • Set up & operate Swiss lathes to produce high-quality parts.
  • Read and interpret blueprints & engineering drawings.
  • Check finished parts to tight tolerances (up to 4 decimal places).
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
  • Train team members as needed and contribute to continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For:

  • Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools accurately.
  • Knowledge of algebra, trigonometry, and GD&T preferred.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or able to comply with U.S. export regulations.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship.

Experience and

Education:

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience operating Swiss Lathe or CNC Lathe.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand, sit, or bend for up to 10 hours per day.
  • Lift up to 35 lbs. independently and with control.
  • Reach overhead, use hands for extended periods, and maintain dexterity.
  • Ability to stoop or kneel for extended durations.
  • Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment:

  • Regular movement through manufacturing areas near industrial machinery and moderate noise levels.
  • This is an on-site role; remote work is not available.

Why Work at Oberg Industries:

  • Competitive pay (above industry average)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (100% premium coverage)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Opt-out reimbursement for medical coverage
  • 401(k) with up to 4% company match
  • Annual Profit-Sharing contributions
  • Shift Differential
  • Overtime Pay
  • Paid time off and holiday pay
  • Annual increases
  • Quarterly bonuses
  • Air conditioned, temperature-controlled environment
  • Clean, bright, and modern facilities
  • High focus on family, work-life balance
  • Opportunities for career development and growth
  • Collaborative and safety-focused work environment

About Oberg Industries:
Oberg Industries LLC is a local, family-owned, contract manufacturer and supply chain integrator providing tooling/metal stamping and precision machining services to many well-known companies around the world. Our passion is for precision manufacturing, and our breadth of expertise enables us to provide cost-effective manufacturing solutions for the most demanding and complex production challenges for our customers. Our highly trained workforce plays a pivotal role in our ability to produce high quality parts.

At Oberg Industries, you will join a team of amazing people who treat each other like family, while working with products that are improving and saving people's lives each and every day.

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