Sheet Metal Abrasive Finisher - 2nd Shift

Urschel Laboratories, Inc.; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

ESOP

Health insurance

Low premiums

Free health clinic

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Onsite gym

Job summary

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. in Chesterton, Indiana, is hiring Sheet Metal Abrasive Finishers for the 2nd shift.

The role involves grinding, sanding, and polishing sheet metal parts, set up and operate grinders and pneumatic tools, and select abrasives to achieve the desired finish. Starting pay is $28.25 per hour with a 5% shift differential; benefits include ESOP, health plans, 401(k), life insurance, paid holidays, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Ability to use measuring instruments and perform basic math.
• Good communication skills and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Grind, sand, or polish frames and sheet metal parts.
• Set up and operate grinders, sanders and pneumatic hand tools.
• Select appropriate abrasives to achieve desired surface finish.
• Repair imperfections by welding as needed.

Skills

Measuring instruments

Math problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Grinders

Sanders

Pneumatic hand tools

Job description

Sheet Metal Abrasive Finisher - 2nd Shift

Chesterton, IN

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, has openings for Abrasive Finishers for our 2nd shift operations working full-time Monday-Thursday and may require working on Friday based on workloads.

Urschel employee-owners design and manufacture industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries around the world from our global headquarters located in Chesterton, Indiana, U.S.A. Consumers purchase goods manufactured on Urschel cutting equipment on a daily basis. Advanced manufacturing technologies are utilized at our climate controlled, clean, and environmentally conscious facility.

Starting pay is $28.25/hour + 5% Shift Differential

Company Benefits, Rewards and Perks:

• Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available on 1st Day of Employment
• Low Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Premiums and Deductibles
• Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Free Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

A day in the life of an Abrasive Finisher includes grinding, sanding, or polishing frames and/or fabricating sheet metal parts. Sets up and operates grinders, sanders, and pneumatic hand tools, and selects proper abrasive products for each operation. Repairs imperfections on frames and sheet metal by welding and uses abrasive blasters to obtain desired surface finish.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, one year work experience, ability to use measuring instruments, solving math problems, basic mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. Physical demands include continuous standing and use of vibratory tools. Lifting requirements up to 50 lbs.

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Position Posted: 8/25/2026

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