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Wellman Dynamics Division

Rough Cleaner

Creston, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

Knockout * Must be able to operate a wheelabrator, C3, and sand blast equipment. * Must be able to operate a forklift and a bobcat per OSHA guidelines. * Must be able to operate hand tools and ...

Moran Iron Works, Inc.

Industrial Painter

Onaway, MI

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

Operate and maintain all painting and coating equipment, including airless spray systems, hoppers, pressure pots, blast media systems, and Wheelabrator * Follow all coating specifications from ...

FABCORP INC

J-701 Grinder

Houston, TX

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

REQUIRED COMPENTENCIES • Operates grinding equipment and wheelabrator to finish parts. • Applies oils and other protective coatings as specified or instructed. • Operates forklift to move ...

FABCORP INC

J-701 Grinder

Houston, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

REQUIRED COMPENTENCIES • Operates grinding equipment and wheelabrator to finish parts. • Applies oils and other protective coatings as specified or instructed. • Operates forklift to move ...

Wheelabrator Technologies

Driver Helper

Heath, OH

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Driver Helper to ride on the vehicle and assist a Driver with providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers who reside on a ...

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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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Plate Inspector - 2nd Shift

Plate Inspector - 2nd Shift

Clifton Steel Company

Maple Heights, OH • On-site

$16.50/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Become part of a family-owned company that has been in business for over 50 years providing industry leading products for customers around the world including armor for the US Military. We have multiple Union positions available that carry full benefits including highly competitive wages, raises, 401k with company match, paid holidays, paid vacation, available overtime, and a deep history of long-term employment with multiple employees currently on staff with over 30 years of tenure. Proper job and safety training is a top priority to set new hires up for long-term success. We are currently hiring for the following positions: Burning table operators, material handlers, and CNC operators. Contact us today to set up an interview to see how you might be the right candidate to join our growing team!
Who We Are
Founded in 1971, Clifton Steel Company (the Company) is a nationally recognized leader in the manufacturing of military armor plate and commercial specialty steel products. Clifton has served the armor plate market for over thirty years and is the premier industry supplier of many of its commercial products. The Company is a specialist in abrasion and impact resistant steel fabrication, particularly for quenched and tempered alloy and manganese steel. As a result of investments in production capabilities, access to critical materials and strong customer relationships, Clifton has established a defensible and sustainable market position. We are currently hiring for the position of Burner on first shift.
Job Duties:
  • This position requires the ability to perform dimensional inspections, reading of work order and proper use of tagging methods for plate identification accuracy
  • This position requires a person to be physically able to stand for long periods of time, to perform repetitive motions and lifting of Brinnel Indentors (30 lbs) to plates.
  • This position requires a person to be able to read inspection tools - Tape measure, micrometers, hardness tester, calipers, gages, and read customer specifications, work orders, inspections sheets
  • This position requires a person to have the ability to obtain lift certification to safely operate lift trucks,overhead cranes and properly package material per customer of internal specification.
  • This position requires operator to be able to operate equipment efficiently and maintain a level of acceptable part quality and production demand per internal & customer part specifications.
  • This postion must understand and perform customer related inspection activities, as directed by Quality Mgr including the inspection of loads or authorizing the release of materials while loading trucks or shipping products
  • Plate inspector must be able to load plate utilizing Overhead and Gantry crane in Heat Treat Furnace as it will be utilized in lunch relief for Furnaces
  • Plate Inspector must have the ability to organize HT inventory and assist at Wheelabrator during High demand
  • Must have ability to measure and record Hardness and Flatness data, as well as input data into Epicor System
  • Demonstrate ability to learn and utilize King Scan system and optical scopes
  • Employee must participate and become actively engaged in the Company Traction & L10 Process

This is a 2nd shift position working 3pm - 1am Monday through Thursday. Pay rate is $16.50/hr + $0.30/hr Shift Premium
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Clifton Steel Company is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

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