1ST SHIFT TOOL CRIB ATTENDANT

Smalley; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

Smalley is a global leader in precision metal formed products, including Spirolox retaining rings and Crest-to-Crest wave springs. The company seeks a skilled Grinder/Tooling assistant to support production tooling needs, operate grinders, and collaborate with Tool Room staff to ensure quality and efficient setup.

Qualified applicants bring manufacturing experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to read drawings and use measuring tools.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or related environment preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude including ability to read drawings, utilize hand tools and measuring tools, etc.
• Understanding of Tool Room terminology.
• Pass required exam of basic math and English.

Responsibilities

• Assists the production floor with their tooling needs, according to company and customer requirements, ensuring quality standards are consistently met, using safe practices and producing at the appropriate rate for the job.
• Operates manual surface grinders, Okamoto Grinder, and Acer Grinder to grind a wide variety of parts
• Works with Tool Room Staff to complete ordinary set ups involving holding fixtures, angle plates, or clamping to table
• Selects wheels, feeds, and depth of cut for grinding and sharpens wheels to maintain quality
• Assigns or checks out tooling as needed, checks in and stores incoming tooling and supplies, ensures all is stored safely
• Completes physical inventory counts, reports shortages, and reorders stock as needed

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Basic math & English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Okamoto Grinder

Acer Grinder

Surface grinders

Job description

About Us

Smalley is the global manufacturing leader of precision metal formed products – known for our Spirolox® retaining rings and Crest-to-Crest® wave springs. Our success is propelled by our inventive spirit, devoted team members, extensive engineering proficiency, and technical ability, cultivated by over 100 years of manufacturing excellence. We supply to industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, robotics and industrial machinery – supporting over 70% of the Fortune 500 global manufacturers. We are proud of our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products, relentless pursuit of improvement, and unwavering dedication to providing excellent service to our valued customers.

Why Smalley?

At Smalley, we take pride in cultivating an inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration and diversity. We believe in our associates' unique perspectives that they bring to every challenge, which is why we will empower you to push the boundaries of what is possible. We are committed to nurturing an enjoyable work atmosphere demonstrated through activities such as Spirit Days, Cancer Awareness events, Health and Wellness activities, and fun sports opportunities to play in basketball, balls, and ping pong tournaments!

We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package as well as: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Life insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, and more!
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
• Ongoing learning and training and development opportunities
• Company and department led team-building activities and events

Responsibilities

• Assists the production floor with their tooling needs, according to company and customer requirements, ensuring quality standards are consistently met, using safe practices and producing at the appropriate rate for the job.
• Operates manual surface grinders, Okamoto Grinder, and Acer Grinder to grind a wide variety of parts
• Works with Tool Room Staff to complete ordinary set ups involving holding fixtures, angle plates, or clamping to table
• Selects wheels, feeds, and depth of cut for grinding and sharpens wheels to maintain quality
• Assigns or checks out tooling as needed, checks in and stores incoming tooling and supplies, ensures all is stored safely
• Completes physical inventory counts, reports shortages, and reorders stock as needed

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing or related environment preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical aptitude including ability to read drawings, utilize hand tools and measuring tools, etc.
• Understanding of Tool Room terminology
• Pass required exam of basic math and English

EEO/Affirmative Action

Smalley is an equal opportunity employer and believes in equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Accordingly, all employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity. These decisions include recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, training, and other personnel actions involving persons in all job titles and shall occur without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected class as recognized by applicable law.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, paid holidays, paid time off and 401(k).

A reasonable estimate of the base hourly range for this role is $18.00 - $20.00 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. This role is bonus/and or incentive eligible.