Precision Grinder
2nd Shift
Date Posted: 2/20/2026
Starting pay is $31.81/hour + 5% Shift Premium
Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, has an opening for a Precision Grinder for our 2nd shift operations working full-time Monday-Thursday and may require working on Friday based on workloads.
Urschel employee-owners design and manufacture industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries around the world from our global headquarters located in Chesterton, Indiana, U.S.A. Consumers purchase goods manufactured on Urschel cutting equipment on a daily basis. Advanced manufacturing technologies are utilized at our climate controlled, clean, and environmentally conscious facility.
A day in the life of a Precision Grinder sets-up and operates manual and CNC precision grinding machines to grind a variety of carbide, stainless steel, and bronze parts to specified dimensions. Set-up and operates honing machines and keyway cutters. Selects, mounts, attaches and calibrates a variety of different grinding wheels for cylindrical and flat grinding. The Precision Grinder interprets engineering prints and set up notes to determine fixturing needed, dimensional specifications, setup, and operating requirements.
Qualified applicants must have a minimum of one to two years related experience and/or training with a high school education or equivalent. Ability to solve math problems, use precision measuring instruments, basic computer skills and able to communicate effectively. Familiarity with FANUC controls, and experience with Studer and Agathon a plus. Physical Demands include remaining stationery for sustained durations, stooping/bending, pushing/pulling, overreaching, wrist movement, and griping, grasping and/or squeezing.
EEO/Veterans/Disability
Date Posted: 2/20/2026
Highlights
Quarterly Bonus
Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
ESOP
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
Vacation
2 Weeks’ Vacation Available Upon Hire
Health Insurance
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available on 1st Day of Employment
Low Premiums
Low Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Premiums and Deductibles
Free Health Clinic
Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
401(k)
401(k) with Employer Matching
Life Insurance
Free Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Holidays
Fitness Center
Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers
Education
Education Reimbursement Program
Community Support
Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy