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4 Yamaha Jobs Hiring in Indiana

Machinist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$19.25 - $26.25/hr

Who We Are At Yamaha Precision Propellers, we're more than a manufacturing company-we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and craftspeople dedicated to delivering exceptional marine performance.

Yamaha Jobs Information

Do workers at Yamaha get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
73% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Does Yamaha pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
72% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

At Yamaha, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
55% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Yamaha affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
93% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Yamaha?

Some people get paid time off from work.
37% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 50% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do workers at Yamaha worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
73% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do Yamaha workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
47% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

How easy is it for Yamaha workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
70% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Yamaha?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
90% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do Yamaha managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
95% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do jobs at Yamaha spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
10% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Yamaha?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
67% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Is a Yamaha job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
100% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at Yamaha good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Yamaha feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
77% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Yamaha get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
92% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Yamaha?

Most people feel stressed here.
70% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Yamaha enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
38% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Yamaha recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
45% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Yamaha?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
43% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Yamaha?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think Yamaha’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
53% 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 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Yamaha is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
79% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

What are popular cities in Indiana for Yamaha jobs?

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Infographic showing various job openings at Yamaha in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Development Engineer - Investment Casting

Yamaha

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


Yamaha rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

371st of 545 rated manufacturers


Job description

WHO WE ARE

At Yamaha Precision Propellers, we're more than a manufacturing company-we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and craftspeople dedicated to delivering exceptional marine performance. By producing precision-engineered propellers for Yamaha outboard motors, we help create better experiences for boaters while providing rewarding careers for the people who make it all possible.

We make high-quality products while supporting our teams and local communities by providing great careers in a safe, respectful, and innovative environment.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Development Engineer will support the Product Development Team for the development of new stainless-steel propellers, enhancements to existing propellers, as well as new products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Project Management: Lead cross-functional teams through the fabrication process of prototypes utilizing industry best practices (PMI). Ensure projects are completed on time, to print design, within budget, and to the highest Yamaha quality standards.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate reporting of project tracking, costs, timing, noting any risks, potential delays and providing regular reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. Additional technical reporting relative to variations and other key characteristics may be required as needed.
  • Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency. Implement best practices and lessons learned from past projects towards new products to help drive a Lean culture.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Proficient or aptitude to develop proficient understanding of investment casting and capable to guide key decisions with the engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve technical challenges and maintain key characteristics and well as program timing.
  • Must be proficient in the use of quality measuring methods and standards, capable to utilize CMM and vison scanning a bonus. Familiarity with blueprint, dimensioning and tolerances including GD&T is essential.
  • Outstanding problem-solving abilities and technical expertise and critical thinker, able to solve problems.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with vendors, team members, and executives.
  • Proficiency in relevant software tools (i.e. MSOffice, MSProject, SAP)
  • Excellent project management skills with a proven track record of successfully managing complex product development projects at various stages of lifecycle.
  • Strong CAD competency utilizing industry standard software (i.e. Solidworks, Creo, Siemens NX)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Materials Science / Industrial Engineering, or related Engineering degree from an accredited University. Advanced degree is a plus.
  • 2+ years of experience in product development within a manufacturing environment, experience working within the casting industry a plus.

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