Precision Material Refinisher

Precision Material Refinisher [deburr/grind/balance] - 1st shift (Indianapolis)

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Peerless Pump, an Indianapolis based division of Grundfos, is seeking a Precision Material Refinisher to join its Indianapolis Vertical Machining team.

What is the job about? 

The Precision Material Refinisher occupation is filing and deburring the raw material, work in process, and finish material to attain a desired finish. This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor and will operate daily out of the Indianapolis, IN facility.

Your main responsibilities: 

• Deburr material, file, polish, or buff, to achieve desired finish, dimension, or contour. 
• Install bronze or and rubber bushings in parts; Setup and operate parts washers; Mixing of hardening compound to fix voids in parts
• Move any and all materials to a place in designated location or storage rack
• Read and interpret work instructions, prints, specification sheets, operation manuals, and sheets, charts, tables, an etc.
• Maintain workplace in a clean and orderly manner
• Performs manual and electronic record keeping and information retrieval functions
• Perform work, promote teamwork and communicate in conjunction with our culture and corporate standards (Safety/Environmental, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Communication, Internal Controls, etc.).

Your background

We imagine that you have:  

• Qualified candidates will possess a High School diploma or GED/HSE or HiSET (preferred, not required)
• Additionally, some experience in a similar work environment (preferred, not required).

• Able to use manual, power driven, vibratory hand tools and/or equipment (polishing, arbor press, hydraulic press) for the duration of a shift which is no less than 8 hours per day.
• Able to read and interpret instructions, prints, specification sheets, operation manuals and sheets, charts, tables, etc; Able to use precision measuring instruments, gages and meters.
• Able to be certified and/or trained in the usage of Forklifts, Cranes, Hazardous Materials and Personal Protective Equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds; Ability to bend, squat, sit, walk, and stand.
• Awareness of Quality (ISO) and Safety business initiatives

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support.

What’s in it for you?

What are your goals? Here at Peerless it’s our mission to enable you develop and fulfil your aspirations, both career and personal. You’ll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.

In addition, your day-to-day benefits as a regular, full-time employee include:

• 5 paid holidays;
• paid time off for volunteering;
• up to 20 paid vacation days a year accrued by date of hire.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
• Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings.  
• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
• Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.

Do you want to learn more? 

If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact Recruiter at bhummel@grundfos.com

If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply”. 

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Peerless participates in E-verify and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions subject to post offer drug screening and background checks.

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