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Centerless Grinding Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Polygon Company

Grinder Operator: 3rd Shift

Walkerton, IN · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Set up and operate centerless grinding machines (through-feed, in-feed, automatic feed, or end-feed) to produce parts to exact tolerances. * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and ...

Polygon Company

Grinder Operator: 3rd Shift

Walkerton, IN · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Set up and operate centerless grinding machines (through-feed, in-feed, automatic feed, or end-feed) to produce parts to exact tolerances. * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and ...

Polygon Company

Grinder Operator: 3rd Shift

Walkerton, IN · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Set up and operate centerless grinding machines (through-feed, in-feed, automatic feed, or end-feed) to produce parts to exact tolerances. * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and ...

Polygon Company

Grinder Operator: 2nd Shift

Walkerton, IN · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Set up and operate centerless grinding machines (through-feed, in-feed, automatic feed, or end-feed) to produce parts to exact tolerances. * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and ...

Polygon Company

Grinder Operator: 2nd Shift

Walkerton, IN

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Set up and operate centerless grinding machines (through-feed, in-feed, automatic feed, or end-feed) to produce parts to exact tolerances. * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and ...

Polygon Company

Grinder Operator: 2nd Shift

Walkerton, IN · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Set up and operate centerless grinding machines (through-feed, in-feed, automatic feed, or end-feed) to produce parts to exact tolerances. * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and ...

PMG Indiana

Production Operator

Columbus, IN

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

This includes processes such as ID grinding, horizontal and vertical double-disc grinding, centerless grinding, assembly, carburization, and steam treatment. Operators play a vital role in ensuring ...

PMG Indiana Corporation

Production Operator

Columbus, IN · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

This includes processes such as ID grinding, horizontal and vertical double-disc grinding, centerless grinding, assembly, carburization, and steam treatment. Operators play a vital role in ensuring ...

Aerotek

Maintenance Technician

Bremen, IN

$28 - $29/hr

You will work with equipment such as bearing machines, wire cutting machines, shape enders, centerless grinders, and motors. A significant part of your job will include rebuilding gearboxes and ...

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How much do centerless grinding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for centerless grinding in Indiana is $21.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.32 and $24.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a centerless grinding operator do?

Professionals in centerless grinding are responsible for setting up, operating, and adjusting grinding machines to produce precision metal parts to exact specifications. Daily tasks often include checking machine calibration, performing routine equipment maintenance, inspecting finished pieces for quality assurance, and making necessary adjustments to optimize performance. You may also work closely with quality control inspectors and other machinists to ensure work meets production standards. This role often involves standing for extended periods and requires keen attention to safety and detail, making it well-suited for those who enjoy hands-on, technical work.

What skills and qualifications are needed for centerless grinding?

To thrive in Centerless Grinding, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience operating industrial grinding machines, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant vocational training. Familiarity with precision measuring tools (such as micrometers and calipers), reading blueprints, and knowledge of machine setup are typically required, and certifications like NIMS can be advantageous. Effective problem-solving abilities, dependability, and good communication skills are valuable for identifying quality issues and collaborating with team members. These attributes are critical to ensuring production efficiency, maintaining tight tolerances, and delivering high-quality finished parts.

What is centerless grinding?

A Centerless Grinding job involves operating machines that remove material from metal workpieces without using a traditional center or fixture. Workers set up, adjust, and monitor the grinding process to ensure precision and quality. This role requires knowledge of machine operation, measurements, and troubleshooting. Operators often work in manufacturing or machining environments producing parts for industries like automotive or aerospace.

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Infographic showing various Centerless Grinding job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 14% Contract, and 14% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,416 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Centerless Grind Operator - 3rd Shift

Plansee Group

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide - all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.
Our Mi-Tech Tungsten Metals site in Indianapolis is home to a dedicated team producing high-performance tungsten alloys for industries that shape the future-from aerospace and defense to medical and industrial applications.
Join a highly motivated team in Indianapolis, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
Position type: Hourly
Mi-Tech Tungsten Metals is hiring a Centerless Grind Operator to work 3rd shift. The operator will grind external cylindrical surfaces of rotating metal work pieces to blueprint specifications. This position will train on days before moving to 3rd shift.
Responsibilities:
  • Must be able to adjust work guides, grinding blades to achieve a round part for finish operations
  • Must be able to straighten parts by hand or use of hydraulic press in preparation of grinding
  • Must be able to dress both regulating and grinding wheel per instructions
  • Must be able to replace either regulating wheel or grinding wheel as needed
  • Must be capable of adjusting machine operating parameters to maintain tight tolerance and part finishes
  • Must be able to read a variety of hand measuring tools as well as indicator on height stand

Qualifications:
  • Related experience in a manufacturing environment
  • 3-5 years' experience operating centerless grinding machines (preferred)
  • Able to stand, stoop, reach with both arms, and bend for 10 hours
  • Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs

We Offer:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
  • Company paid life insurance and short-term disability
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation Days
  • Personal Days

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Mi-Tech Tungsten Metals LLC

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