Grinder & Bead Blaster

Hillenbrand • Whitewater, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Grinder & Bead Blaster, you play a meaningful role in bringing precision-manufactured components to life through high-quality surface finishing. Based in Whitewater, Wisconsin, at Coperion, a Hillenbrand company, you contribute to products that support essential industrial processes around the world. We design and manufacture advanced processing equipment and systems that help customers operate more efficiently and sustainably. This is an opportunity to build a long-term manufacturing career while learning proven methods, working safely, and taking pride in workmanship that makes a visible difference.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Approximately six months or more of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• The ability to follow written work instructions, quality requirements, and safety procedures with attention to detail.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn grinding, deburring, and bead blasting equipment and techniques.
• The ability to recognize visible surface defects and communicate concerns clearly and promptly.
• Comfort performing repetitive, hands-on tasks while meeting quality and productivity expectations.
• The ability to work safely in a manufacturing setting with noise, dust, and required personal protective equipment.
• A collaborative mindset, reliability, and openness to coaching and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts and products using bead blasting and surface preparation methods to meet defined appearance and quality standards.
• Operate grinders, deburring tools, and approved hand tools to remove burrs, weld spatter, oxidation, and surface imperfections.
• Load, unload, and position parts using fixtures, carts, hoists, or other material-handling aids as trained.
• Follow standard work instructions, routers, and safety procedures to ensure consistent, repeatable results.
• Visually inspect finished surfaces, identify nonconforming conditions, and escalate issues through established processes.
• Support equipment care and housekeeping by cleaning work areas and performing routine checks.
• Contribute to a safe, organized, and efficient production environment through disciplined execution and teamwork.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees