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SPX Cooling Technologies

Production (C)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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A Grinder or Sharpener operates grinding machinery used to sharpen metal tools and blades.

$39,553 / year median in Kansas

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Production (C) SPX Cooling Technologies paid time off, 401(k) United States, Kansas, Olathe Sep 03, 2026 Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

Shifts:

1st

Shift:

6:45am

•3:15pm with daily and weekend OT as needed. 2nd

Shift:

2:45pm

•11:15pm with daily and weekend OT as needed. 3rd

Shift:

10:45pm

•7:15am with daily and weekend OT as needed.

Pay Rate:

$26.03 Plus Shift Differential for 2nd & 3rd

Shifts:

$2.00 per hour What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities) While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be: The position will be responsible for assisting in press brake operation. The position may assume additional duties as assigned. The successful incumbent will be detail oriented, able to follow instructions well, and work well in a team atmosphere. Activities /

Tasks:

Assists in set-up of brake

Assists brake operator with the forming operation

Place correct labels on parts and sorts to correct JIT kit

Assists in inspection of parts

Safely and effectively use tools such as hand tools, measuring tape, and machine equipment

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to interpret, sort paper work, and engineering drawings correctly preferred, but not required

Ability to plan work and select proper tools

Ability to compare and accurately determine difference in size, shape, and form of objects

Ability to apply shop mathematics to solve problems

Ability to correctly and safety use hand tools (both manual and pneumatic)

Ability to read a tape measure in metric and imperial standards

Ability to read effectively from a paper copy

Ability to work within precise limits and/or standards of accuracy

Ability to multi-task

Ability to work well with others

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to follow and understand directions Education & experience High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required

AWS D1.1 and

AWS D1.2

welding qualified preferred, but not required

Previous Stainless Steel Welding experience on 11 gauge through 18 gauge preferred, but not required

Previous welding experience Physical requirements Lifting up to 100 pounds; 100+ pounds with assistance

Sitting, standing, walking, bending, grasping, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, twisting, reaching, working at heights, and using a ladder as required

Ability of use both hands overhead

Perform repetitive motions

Plant environment with potential exposure to all types of weather, including excessive heat, excessive cold, and excessive noise How we live our culture Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX. What benefits do we offer? We know that the well-being of our employees is integral.

Our benefits include:
  • Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
  • Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
  • Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans

Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential. SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.