Machine Operator - 1st shift

Grundfos GmbH; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Machine Operator in Indianapolis, where your skills will contribute to the production of high-quality pump solutions. This role involves operating various manual machines, ensuring precision and quality in every part produced. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and personal growth, with opportunities for continuous learning and development. Enjoy competitive benefits, including paid time off and a supportive workplace culture that celebrates diversity. If you're ready to make an impact and build a fulfilling career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

5 paid holidays

Paid time off for volunteering

Up to 20 paid vacation days

Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k)-match program

Long-term career development opportunities

Access to Grundfos Academy for development

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to use various types of manual machines effectively.
• Basic computer skills required for record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete setup and operations for manual machines.
• Inspect parts for conformance to prints and specifications.
• Promote teamwork and communicate in line with corporate standards.

Skills

Manual machining

Basic shop math

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Additional machining and technical training

Tools

Saws

Broaches

Trim lathes

Screw jacks

Hydraulic jacks

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Machine Operator - Indianapolis [1st shift onsite]

Come join a team that makes a difference here and around the world!

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos, is seeking a Machine Operator to join its 1st shift Vertical Machining team.

Founded in 1923, Peerless Pump Company is a US-based manufacturer of horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps for fire, industrial, and municipal applications. With pump installations in 145 countries, Peerless is globally recognized for engineering tough, reliable, and versatile pump solutions with extensive flow and pressure capabilities. Our product quality is second to none, but it’s our people who’ve made us Peerless for over 100 years. Our legacy of innovation is fueled by attracting, training, and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds. With competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on development, growth, and innovation, Peerless employees come seeking a job but stay to build a career.

What is the job about?

The Machine Operator will be responsible to perform complete setup and operations for various types of manual machines, including but not limited to saws, broaches, washers, trim lathes, and shaft straighteners.

This position reports directly to the 1st shift Area Production Supervisor and will operate daily out of the Indianapolis, IN facility (primarily Mon-Fri, 6:00a-2:30pm).

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

Your main responsibilities:

• Perform all operations within the capability of the machine(s) being operated;
• Remove metal to desired trim or add/remove weight to achieve specified balance;
• Perform secondary operations such as deburring, chip removal, bushing installation, drilling, and tapping;
• Mount, balance, and dress grinding wheels;
• Calibrate balancer controls;
• Perform manual and electronic record keeping and information retrieval functions;
• Promote teamwork and communicate in conjunction with our culture and corporate standards (Safety/Environmental, Quality, Continuous Improvement);
• Inspect parts for conformance to prints and specifications.

Work Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds;
• Ability to bend, squat, sit, walk, and stand for at least 8 hours a day;
• Must be able to work overtime when required;
• Non-climate controlled facility.

Your background

We imagine that you have:

• High School Diploma, GED/HSE/HiSET or equivalent *required;
• Additional machining and technical training *much preferred;
• 1+ years experience in a manufacturing environment *much preferred;
• Able to use various types of manual machines (presses, balancers, straighteners, cut off saw, trim lathes);
• Experience using cranes, hoists, screw jacks, hydraulic jacks;
• Basic computer skills in SAP and Microsoft Office;
• Ability to use basic shop math (decimals, fractions, etc.);
• Demonstrated strong work ethic (including attendance), strong organizational skills and strong communication skills (written and oral).

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 to develop and fulfill 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;
• 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.

Do you want to learn more?

If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact the Recruiter at [e-mail].

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

We look forward to hearing from you.

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

Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

An inclusive team

We believe that the key to a work environment, where employees thrive and grow, is our ability to celebrate and value our differences in background, experiences, and perspectives. In our recruitment process, we welcome all professional people without consideration of age, color, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, or religion.