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Quality Engineer - Onsite

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers' stents and ...

Fort Wayne Metals

Paralegal- Onsite

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers' stents and ...

Fort Wayne Metals

Quality Engineer-Coatings

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers' stents and ...

Fort Wayne Metals

Senior Engineer- Onsite

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers' stents and ...

Fort Wayne Metals

Engineer- Onsite

Wooster, OH

... Fort Wayne Metals (FWM) Quality Systems. * Work closely with customers and suppliers to deliver ... Operators as needed. * Work closely with FWM regulatory department to remain current with an ...

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Do workers at Fort Wayne Metals get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
75% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Does Fort Wayne Metals pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

At Fort Wayne Metals, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
75% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Fort Wayne Metals affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
88% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Fort Wayne Metals?

Most people get paid time off work.
89% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Fort Wayne Metals?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
78% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Fort Wayne Metals?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
78% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Is working at Fort Wayne Metals good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
83% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Fort Wayne Metals feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Fort Wayne Metals get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
86% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Fort Wayne Metals?

Most people feel stressed out here.
73% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Fort Wayne Metals enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
90% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Fort Wayne Metals recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
55% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Fort Wayne Metals?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
60% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Fort Wayne Metals?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 70% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think Fort Wayne Metals’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
70% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Fort Wayne Metals is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
78% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
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Manufacturing - Spooling (Entry Level) Up to $21.45/hr in 6 months - No Weekends

Fort Wayne Metals

Fort Wayne, IN

$21.45/hr

Other

PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Fort Wayne Metals rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Manufacturing - Spooling (Entry Level) Up to $21.45/hr in 6 months - No Weekends

Fort Wayne, IN (Ardmore Ave)

  • 2nd shift: 4:10 pm -12:10 am Monday through Friday. Training will likely take place on 1st shift: 7:50 am - 4:20 pm.
  • 3rd shift: 11:00 pm - 7:00 am Monday through Friday. Training will likely take place on 1st shift: 6:50 am - 3:20 pm.

Fort Wayne Metals operates 24 hours/day with various shifts, depending on the building. Additional shifts may open up.

Start: $19.84/hr - $21.45/hr within ~6 months

Paid weekly

Why this role stands out

  • No Weekends (consistent Monday through Friday schedule)
  • Voluntary overtime only - you control extra hours
  • Competitive pay: $19.84/hour + $1.50 shift premium
  • Day-one benefits eligibility for PTO and holiday pay
  • Stable safety-focused team, low turnover
  • Dedicated trainers to help you succeed

What you'll do

  • Reading and interpreting production orders to determine priorities and specifications
  • Setting up and operating re-spooling equipment
  • Monitoring wire winding to ensure even, accurate spooling and making adjustments as needed
  • Performing cleaning processes using Hot Alkaline or Ultrasonic systems (as applicable)
  • Conducting eddy current testing to identify defects in wire materials
  • Visually inspecting wire to ensure quality standards are met and labeling and packaging finished materials accurately

What we're looking for

  • 1 year of previous manufacturing experience is preferred
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
  • Voluntary overtime only - you control extra hours

Work Environment

  • Lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Pushing/Pulling Requirements: 1 lbs. to 10 lbs.
  • May be required to perform work above shoulder height
  • Frequent bending, twisting, lifting, and squatting
  • Must be able to access all areas of operation
  • Standing/walking most of the shift
  • Visual Acuity

Build a career, not just a job

At Fort Wayne Metals, you'll develop specialized skills with clear growth opportunities and the support to advance.

This job position may require access to controlled technology or technical data; the applicant must be a candidate for export licensing and willing to participate in export licensing, if required.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fort Wayne Metals Research Products Corp is proud to be committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Fort Wayne Metals is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination.
Fort Wayne Metals Research Products LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Accessibility@fwmetals.com.
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