Wheel Technician

IMCO Carbide Tool•Perrysburg, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

IMCO Carbide Tool is hiring a Wheel Technician for its Manufacturing department in Perrysburg, Ohio. No prior experience is required; training is provided. The role supports the manufacturing process by producing and maintaining wheel packs to specification and helping ensure consistent wheel performance and quality in the tools produced. Duties include building and dressing wheels, maintaining equipment, organizing and storing wheel packs, tracking their usage, taking inventory, and preparing reports as requested. The position involves hands-on work in a climate-controlled production area with moderate noise and possible contact with natural oils, synthetic oils, and grinding dust. Employees must follow safety policies and instructions, handle wheels and tools safely, and use PPE when needed. Training lasts approximately 10–16 weeks on first shift; after successful training, testing, and sign-off, the employee transitions to the fourth-shift schedule and the wage increases from $17.00 to $18.00 per hour. A background check and drug screen are required before employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
General math skills; a math test will be administered.
Ability to perform hands-on work and mechanical aptitude.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a diverse environment.
Ability to adhere to a regular schedule.
Problem-solving skills.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to follow instructions and operate a machine safely and correctly.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and safely handle wheels, wheel packs, and tools.
Flexibility and fine manipulation of hands and fingers for handling parts, tools, and data entry.
Visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, stand for long periods, walk or otherwise ambulate, and bend or reach to retrieve materials.
Successful completion of a background check and drug screen before employment.

Responsibilities

Build wheel packs according to specifications.
Dress wheels and maintain equipment.
Store, organize, and maintain wheel packs.
Record wheel-pack usage.
Take inventory and provide reports as requested.
Follow safety policies and procedures and safely handle wheels, wheel packs, tools, and equipment.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including an option with a 100% employer-paid premium for single through family coverage and an HMO option with a partially employee-paid premium.
Dental plan with up to $1,750 in calendar-year benefits and benefit rollover.
Vision plan with an annual exam and glasses allowance.
Employer-paid basic life insurance equal to one times annual wage.
Short-term disability.
Employer-paid long-term disability.
Other insurance and worksite benefit options.
401(k) plan with up to a 6% employer match.
Paid time off programs.
Annual Corn Hole Tournament and other employee events.