Grinder & Bead Blaster

About the Role

As a Grinder & Bead Blaster at Coperion in Whitewater, Wisconsin, you contribute to precision-manufactured components through high-quality surface finishing. This role supports essential industrial processes globally by preparing parts and products to meet defined appearance and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts and products using bead blasting and surface preparation methods.
• Operate grinders, deburring tools, and approved hand tools to remove burrs, weld spatter, oxidation, and surface imperfections.
• Load, unload, and position parts using fixtures, carts, hoists, or other material-handling aids.
• Follow standard work instructions, routers, and safety procedures to ensure consistent, repeatable results.
• Visually inspect finished surfaces, identify nonconforming conditions, and escalate issues through established processes.
• Support equipment care and housekeeping by cleaning work areas and performing routine checks.
• Contribute to a safe, organized, and efficient production environment through disciplined execution and teamwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Approximately six months or more of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, quality requirements, and safety procedures with attention to detail.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn grinding, deburring, and bead blasting equipment and techniques.
• Ability to recognize visible surface defects and communicate concerns clearly and promptly.
• Comfort performing repetitive, hands-on tasks while meeting quality and productivity expectations.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing setting with noise, dust, and required personal protective equipment.
• Collaborative mindset, reliability, and openness to coaching and continuous improvement.

About the Company

Coperion is a global industry and technology leader in process technology serving markets including plastics, plastics recycling, food, pet food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemical, battery, and mineral industries. As a business unit of Hillenbrand, Coperion designs and manufactures advanced processing equipment and systems optimized for efficiency and sustainability. Hillenbrand is a global industrial company with brands serving durable plastics, food, and recycling markets in over 100 countries.