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Turners Jobs in Nebraska (NOW HIRING)

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$24

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How much do turners jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for turners in Nebraska is $24.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.01 and $26.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Turners vs Machinists?

AspectTurnersMachinists
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training or apprenticeshipHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training or apprenticeship
Work EnvironmentMachine shops, manufacturing plants, industrial settingsMachine shops, manufacturing facilities, industrial environments
Common TasksOperate lathes to shape metal or other materialsOperate various machine tools to produce precision parts
Industry UsageManufacturing, metalworking, industrial sectorsManufacturing, metalworking, industrial sectors

Both Turners and Machinists work in manufacturing environments and require similar technical skills and certifications. Turners primarily focus on operating lathes to shape materials, while Machinists may operate a variety of machine tools to produce complex parts. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within the manufacturing industry.

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Infographic showing various Turners job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 4% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $50,200 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Operator/Compost Yard Manager

Broken Bow, NE • On-site

$18 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

BioAg Solutions is looking for an individual to work at our compost yard in Broken Bow, NE. We are looking for an individual to run heavy equipment and be involved in day to day composting activities. We plan to make upwards of 100,000 tons of compost annually and need individuals to help move product through the yard in a timely manner to allow for multiple runs of compost a year on the same footprint.

Individuals we be required to run wheel loaders, compost trommel screen, compost turners and any other equipment needed at the yard. Daily maintenance of equipment is expected. This will be a team of 3-4 individuals working the yard so communication between workers is needed. Individual must be able to take and give directions and foresee what work needs to be done to keep the yard running smoothly. Pay will depend on experience. Benefits are available.