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Mettler-Toledo

Painter - 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

Wheelabrator Operator (Fabricator): * Operate cranes and manually load/unload weldments onto the Wheelabrator. * Follow procedures for operating the shot blasting machine and maintaining dust ...

Easternshipbuilding

Wheelabrator Operator 2/C

Panama City, FL · On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

This is a general description of the essential job functions and is not intended to be an employment contract. Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. maintains its status as an at-will employer. Position ...

Moran Iron Works, Inc.

General Laborer

Onaway, MI · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Able to safely operate all standard shop equipment and tools (i.e., overhead cranes, forklifts, grinders, press brakes, shears, geka, wheelabrator, etc.) Ask for assistance as a refresher, if needed.

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How much do wheelabrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for wheelabrator in the United States is $23.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Wheelabrator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wheelabrator, you need hands-on mechanical aptitude, strong attention to detail, and an understanding of surface preparation or metal finishing processes, often gained through vocational training or relevant experience. Familiarity with operating and maintaining wheelabrating machines, safety procedures, and sometimes OSHA certification are essential. Strong work ethic, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you excel in fast-paced manufacturing environments. These qualities ensure safe, efficient machine operation and contribute to high-quality production standards.

What does a typical day look like for a Wheelabrator, and how does the role interact with other team members?

A typical day for a Wheelabrator involves operating industrial machinery to clean, polish, or prepare metal parts by blasting them with abrasive materials. You’ll regularly inspect parts for quality, maintain the wheelabrating equipment, and ensure work meets safety and production standards. Collaboration is common, as you often coordinate with welders, assemblers, and quality control inspectors to ensure finished products are up to specification. Teamwork and clear communication are important, since you may need to report issues or help new employees learn safe operating procedures. Overall, the work environment is team-oriented and focused on achieving daily production goals.

What is a Wheelabrator job?

A Wheelabrator job typically involves operating or maintaining shot blast equipment used for cleaning, strengthening, or polishing metal surfaces. Workers in this role may load and unload parts, monitor machine settings, perform routine maintenance, and ensure quality standards are met. This job is often found in manufacturing, automotive, and metal fabrication industries. Safety procedures and proper handling of abrasives are essential to prevent injuries and maintain efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Wheelabrator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,154 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

3rd Shift - Molding Operator Assistant

DiversityJobs Inc

Menomonee Falls, WI • On-site

$16.75 - $20/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

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Job Description Molding Operator Assistant 1. JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Molding Set-Up Operator , operate and maintain compression injection molding machine s and several deburring operation machines such as a wheelabrator , degater , and tumbler. Ope rate and maintain molding presses proper temperatures, cycle time, and vacuum units. Assist with removal and installation of molds from presses and load parts into the appropriate deburring machine operation. Check molded parts for dimension, finish, and remove flash. 2 . DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist the Molding Set-Up Technician on the molding presses to perform standardized work by running presses and maintaining proper temperatures and set cycle time s for molding.
Setups are made and maintained by technicians, but operator assistants will be expected to learn how to start up presses and learn the more advanced duties over time .
Must be capable of recognizing defective materials, parts, and machine malfunctions.
Keep molds clean and vents open ; fiber brush molds on an hourly basis.
Load and o perate wheelabrator /tumbler to remove flash/ scale from parts for specified finish. Carefully perform uniform cleaning that is necessary for molders to operate properly, avoid ing damage to or breakage of parts.
Assist lapping operation by processing parts for lapping process & vision system inspection.
If part s require degating , load parts i n the degater hopper and adjust abrasive and cycling time to suit cleaning requirements.
Generally close tolerance work where dimensional and surface finish requirements are not difficult to maintain due to machine setups of cycling time and feed of abrasive.
Will operate and maintain all machinery according to training instructions and will also be responsible for the inspection of product.
3. MINIMUM LEVEL OF EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED : GED preferred
4. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PROFICIENTLY PERFORM THE JOB DUTIES: Requires a fundamental knowledge of machine shop operations as acquired by short job training and experience.
2+ years machine operation experience
6 . PHYSICAL DEMANDS Amount of Time None Up to 1/3 of the time 1/3 to 2/3 of the time 2/3 or more Stand x Walk x Sit x Use hands to finger, handle or touch x Reach above shoulders x Climb or balance x Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl x Talk or hear x Taste or smell x Use foot/feet to operate machine x Amount of Time None Up to 1/3 of the time 1/3 to 2/3 of the time 2/3 or more Up to 10 pounds x Up to 25 pounds x Up to 50 pounds x Up to 100 pounds x More than 100 pounds x 7 . TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED:

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