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Cylindrical OD/ID Grinding Specialist & CNC Lathe Setup Machinist

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 25 - 40 USD Hourly

Step into high-precision work with big earning potential

We’re hiring experienced OD/ID Grinding Specialists and Turning (Lathe) Machinists to take on complex aerospace and gear industry parts in a fast-paced job shop. If you thrive on tight tolerances and ownership from setup to finish, this is your arena.

A day in the life

OD/ID Grinding Specialist

  • Set up and operate OD/ID cylindrical grinders for high-complexity parts
  • Dial in to demanding tolerances with confidence and consistency
  • Interpret detailed prints and verify dimensional accuracy
  • Support a precision-first environment with rigorous attention to detail

Turning (Lathe) Machinist

  • Independently perform setups on turning lathes
  • Program, calculate offsets, and run your own setups end-to-end
  • Read prints and produce parts from raw material
  • Work efficiently through frequent setup changes typical of a job shop

Shifts & Schedule

  • 1st Shift: 5:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 1:30 AM (10% night shift differential)
  • Average 55-hour work week with heavy overtime
  • 2–3 shorter Saturday shifts per month (about 6 hours each)

Pay & Earning Potential

  • Up to approximately $40/hour for master-class and elite aerospace/gear-level talent
  • $100K+ per year potential with consistent overtime
  • Frequent raises per union contract

Why you’ll love it here

  • Air-conditioned facility for comfort on long runs
  • Mix of new and legacy equipment—build mastery across a wide range of machines
  • Challenging, high-complexity aerospace and gear work that keeps your skills sharp

What you bring

For OD/ID Grinding

  • Demonstrated, strong OD/ID grinding experience (must be clearly shown on your resume)
  • Background in a precision machining environment
  • Aerospace or gear industry experience preferred
  • High-precision contract shop experience is highly regarded

For Turning (Lathe)

  • Proven ability to perform setups independently
  • Capability to program, perform calculations, and run your own setups
  • Confident reading prints and making parts from scratch
  • Comfortable with frequent setups in a job-shop environment

Machines & Technologies

  • OD/ID Grinding Machines
  • Turning Lathes
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