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Weekend Shift Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Machinist - Weekend Shift

Indianapolis, IN

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

This role is a Weekend Day Shift designed to support increased production while offering employees a consistent, predictable schedule. This shift consists of three 12-hour shifts each week: Friday ...

This role is a Weekend Day Shift designed to support increased production while offering employees a consistent, predictable schedule. This shift consists of three 12‑hour shifts each week: Friday ...

Weekend Shift Warehouse

South Bend, IN · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

Overview WEEKEND ONLY FRIDAY-SUNDAY 6a-6p . Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing ...

Weekend Shift Warehouse

South Bend, IN · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

Overview WEEKEND ONLY FRIDAY-SUNDAY 6a-6p . Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing ...

Weekend Shift Warehouse

South Bend, IN · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

Overview WEEKEND ONLY FRIDAY-SUNDAY 6a-6p Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and ...

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How much do weekend shift jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend shift in Indiana is $14.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.60 and $15.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend shift?

A Weekend Shift job refers to a position where employees are scheduled to work primarily on Saturdays and Sundays, instead of the traditional Monday to Friday workweek. These roles are common in industries that require round-the-clock staffing such as healthcare, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, and customer service. Weekend shifts may be full-time or part-time and can sometimes offer higher pay rates or shift differentials due to the non-standard hours. This type of schedule can be ideal for individuals seeking flexibility or additional income outside of their weekday commitments.

What are some common challenges faced by employees working a weekend shift, and how can they be managed effectively?

Employees working weekend shifts often face challenges such as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, adjusting to a different sleep schedule, and coordinating with teams who primarily work weekdays. To manage these challenges, it's important to establish clear boundaries between work and personal time, maintain consistent routines for sleep and meals, and use effective communication tools to stay connected with colleagues. Many organizations also offer resources like shift differentials, wellness programs, and flexible scheduling to support weekend shift employees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a weekend shift position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Weekend Shift position, you generally need time management, reliability, and skills specific to your industry or role, such as customer service or technical expertise. Familiarity with scheduling software, communication tools, or point-of-sale systems is often necessary depending on the job. Adaptability, teamwork, and a positive attitude help individuals stand out when working non-traditional hours. These skills are important to ensure smooth operations, maintain productivity, and provide consistent service during weekend hours.

What is the difference between Weekend Shift vs Night Shift?

AspectWeekend ShiftNight Shift
Work DaysTypically weekends (Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday)Usually overnight hours during weekdays or weekends
HoursVaries, often 8-12 hours on weekendsCommonly 10 PM to 6 AM or similar overnight hours
Work EnvironmentSame as regular shifts, may have fewer staffSame environment, but quieter or less busy
CredentialsGenerally same as regular shifts, no special certifications neededSame as regular shifts, no additional certifications required

Weekend Shift involves working primarily on weekends, often with longer hours, while Night Shift covers overnight hours during weekdays or weekends. Both shifts typically require similar credentials and work environments, but they differ in timing and scheduling, affecting work-life balance and personal routines.

What are the most commonly searched types of Shift jobs in Indiana?

The most popular types of Shift jobs in Indiana are:

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Weekend Shift jobs?

Cities in Indiana with the most Weekend Shift job openings:

Infographic showing various Weekend Shift job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,864 per year, or $14.4 per hour.

Machinist - Weekend Shift

Precinmac

Indianapolis, IN

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

This role is a Weekend Day Shift designed to support increased production while offering employees a consistent, predictable schedule. This shift consists of three 12-hour shifts each week: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employees assigned to this shift will receive 40 hours of pay, consisting of:
  • 36 hours of actual worked time, and
  • 4 hours of weekend-shift bonus pay (non-worked hours)

Position Title: Machinist
Major Tool & Machine (MTM) takes great pride in the talented people that come to work here. We offer market leading pay, benefits, optional 4/10 work schedule, quarterly bonus potential and a culture focused on employee engagement.
Our work is essential to the world as we provide CNC machining, manual and robotic welding, engineering, program management, inspection, assembly and cleanroom services on a large scale projects to our customers in the Space, Defense, Energy, Nuclear, and Commercial Industries.
Whether you are looking for a place to put your current strong skills to work in a more challenging, purpose filled environment, or you ultimately want long term professional growth and advancement opportunities, this could be the place for you.
Custom machining including setup and run, while applying your knowledge of machining principles, shop math, blueprint reading, GD&T.
Job Duties
  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, routing instructions, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
  • Properly select, align and secure work holding. Must be able to improvise setups using common tooling such as risers, angle plates etc.
  • Monitor and/or develop speed, feed, depth or angle of cut during machining operations.
  • Must observe machine operation to predict or detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining conditions and adjust machine controls /control media as required.
  • Verify that all machined details meet print and router specifications, using precision measuring instruments and recording data results. Responsible to ensure first piece inspection is completed for multiple piece runs.
  • Monitor and maintain proper cleanliness of machine and work area on a daily basis.

Requirements
  • A minimum of two years of trade school, vocational education or apprenticeship
  • A minimum of three to five years of CNC machining experience
  • General machining knowledge, shop math, precision measuring instruments, blueprint reading and GD&T
  • Part and tool probing
  • Experience with high speed machining preferred (16 - 27k RPM)
  • Some openings may require specialized experience with particular machining processes or equipment
  • Experience with Siemens 840D Control software a plus

Candidates should:
  • Present a positive attitude
  • Be able to work well with meeting deadlines
  • Have a good work ethic and attendance
  • Have the ability to communicate well with peers, engineers and leadership

About Major Tool
Major Tool & Machine (MTM) was founded in 1946, starting with only four employees to support the commercialization of the jet engine following World War II. Today, MTM is a contract manufacturer in Indianapolis, Indiana with a 600,000+ sq ft. manufacturing facility, 400+ skilled employees, best-in-industry business and quality systems, and project management expertise. Located for easy access on the east side of downtown Indianapolis, we are short commute away from most any place in the counties surrounding Indianapolis. Major Tool is a Precinmac company, a portfolio of businesses across the US and Canada that provide similar machining, fabrication and other manufacturing services to customers who provide critical services in turn in their various industries. Our Precinmac values are Trust, Gratitude, Action, Excellence and Growth, with a commitment to live these out daily in our workplaces.
Benefits
Excellent Benefits including three health insurance plan options - with a base plan option requiring ZERO employee paid premium. Dental and vision plans have very reasonable employee premiums. Participants in our health insurance have the onsite clinic available at no additional charge for medical services. All employees can access the mental health services provided in the clinic, For HDHP health insurance options, we contribute to your health savings account (HSA) and offer other flexible spending account (FSA) options. We support your retirement goals with a 401k company match. In addition to work schedule options we provide immediate Paid Time Off (PTO) availability and 10 paid Holidays, Along with in house training programs, we offer educational assistance for coursework that will support your career growth at Major Tool, We care about the health of our employees and provide a tobacco free facility, onsite fitness center and wellness events, short and long term disability and life insurance coverage fully paid.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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