Precision Grinding & Finishing Technician - 2nd Shift

Ottenweller Company Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottenweller Company Inc. in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Shot Blast Operator for the 2nd shift to operate hand-held grinders and grinding machines, selecting abrasives and applying them to metal surfaces to remove scratches and burrs.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and basic math, reading comprehension, and the ability to follow instructions. You will perform inspections, maintenance, and support a safe, productive manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, and multiples of ten.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out simple instructions.

Responsibilities

• Selects appropriate hand-held grinding equipment and abrasives.
• Operates grinder to remove scratches, weld material, and burrs.
• Deslags and polishes surfaces to a smooth finish.
• Sets up and operates grinding machines, loads parts, and runs equipment.
• Conducts first-piece and in-process inspections per blueprint with tape measure.
• Performs preventive maintenance on grinding equipment and logs activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand-held grinder

Grinding machines

Tape measure

Job description

Ottenweller Company Inc. in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Shot Blast Operator for the 2nd shift to operate hand-held grinders and grinding machines, selecting abrasives and applying them to metal surfaces to remove scratches and burrs.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and basic math, reading comprehension, and the ability to follow instructions. You will perform inspections, maintenance, and support a safe, productive manufacturing environment.