Precision Material Refinisher-1st shift

Grundfos GmbH; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Volunteer leave

On-demand training and development

Job summary

Peerless Pump Company in Indianapolis is seeking an experienced Precision Material Refinisher to join its 1st shift Vertical Machining team. You will perform precision filing, deburring, and finishing of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished components to meet exacting quality standards.

Join a manufacturing facility that values teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Candidates should have 2+ years in manufacturing, be proficient with hand tools and measurement devices, and be able

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented manufacturing professional with hands-on experience using precision hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specification sheets, and operation manuals.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to consistently deliver quality work on schedule.
• Experience working in manufacturing or material finishing environments.

Responsibilities

• File, deburr, and refinish raw materials, work-in-process, and finished parts to meet surface specifications.
• Install bushings, set up and operate parts washers, and mix hardening compounds to repair voids.
• Read and interpret instructions and blueprints to ensure accurate production.
• Maintain records in SAP and other systems to track production progress.
• Move materials to designated locations and keep a clean, organized workspace.
• Promote teamwork and uphold safety and quality standards.

Skills

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Polishing equipment

Arbor press

Hydraulic press

Job description

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

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos, is seeking an experienced Precision Material Refinisher to join its 1st shift Vertical Machining team in Indianapolis.

Why Peerless?

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. From our production facilities in Indianapolis and Houston to our service centers in Lubbock and Fresno, Peerless pumps are designed to protect people and property from fire and to bring water where it’s needed most. Our product quality is second to none, but it’s our people who’ve made us Peerless for over 100years. 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. Are you passionate about ensuring product quality through precision measurement and hands‑on problem solving? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

Are you skilled at transforming raw materials into precision‑finished components through expert filing, deburring, and surface refinishing? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new Precision Material Refinisher - 1st Shift, you will be performing precision filing, deburring, and finishing of raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished components to meet exacting quality standards in our manufacturing facility. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well‑being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing

As a key part of the Vertical Production team, you'll create impact by Ensuring every component meets the highest quality standards so Peerless can deliver reliable pump solutions to customers worldwide.

Your main responsibilities include:

• File, deburr, and refinish raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished parts to achievedesired surface specifications
• Install bronze and rubber bushings, set up and operate parts washers, and mix hardeningcompounds to repair voids in parts
• Read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, specification sheets, and operation manuals to ensure accurate production
• Perform manual and electronic record keeping using SAP and other systems to track production progress
• Move and organize materials to designated locations and storage racks while maintaining a clean, orderly workspace
• Promote teamwork and uphold company standards for safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What makes you a great fit

Above all, you are a detail‑oriented manufacturing professional with hands‑on experience using precision hand tools and measuring instruments, strong safety awareness, and the ability to consistently deliver quality work on schedule.

We would also imagine that you have:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in a similar manufacturing or material finishing environment
• Ability to use manual and power‑driven hand tools (polishing equipment, arbor press, hydraulic press) for full 8+ hour shifts
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specification sheets, and use precision measuring instruments and gauges

It is a plus if you also:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Certification or training in forklift, crane, or hazardous materials handling
• Awareness of ISO quality standards and workplace safety initiatives

Why you will love working here

We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:

• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well‑being activities.
• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
• Access to on‑demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.
• We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.

To get to know us better, follow us on LinkedIn or visit peerlesspump.com

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa.

The salary range for this position is $41,800-$55,385 (paid hourly, non‑exempt). Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Peerless Grundfos’s total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. Peerless Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Peerless participates in E-verify and is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All positions subject to post offer drug screening and background checks.

Peerless needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions at Peerless and Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant and pay transparency. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Grundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role.

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, colour, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity or religion.