CNC Machinist

Grundfos; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Volunteer leave (paid)

On-demand training

Structured development programs

Job summary

Grundfos GmbH is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to operate and maintain CNC mills, lathes, and grinders in a hands-on manufacturing environment. You will ensure safety, quality, and continuous improvement while producing precision components and supporting a diverse, inclusive culture focused on growth and belonging.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of machining experience, GD&T proficiency, and strong math skills. Familiarity with Mazatrol/NC programs and control systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of hands-on experience with precision measuring tools (calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators)
• 4+ years of machining experience
• Proficiency in GD&T and ability to hold close tolerances
• Advanced math skills for material fabrication calculations
• Ability to operate jib and overhead cranes

Responsibilities

• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, and materials on CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and other machining equipment
• Set up all parts to be machined, measuring and marking dimensions and reference points to guide subsequent operations
• Monitor machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and adjust machine controls as required
• Apply proficient tooling knowledge to select and use metal cutting tooling across all applications
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify part quality
• Deburr finished parts before advancing to the next production stage

Skills

GD&T

Advanced math

Detail oriented

Machining

Quality mindset

Tools

Cincinnati controls

Fanuc controls

Mazak VTC 250D/50

VT5 Vertical Lathe

MORI-SEIKI MH-63

Mazatrol/NC-GCode

Job description

Are you a skilled machinist who takes pride in producing precision components and thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new CNC Machinist, you will be operating and maintaining CNC machines to produce high-quality components, while actively contributing to safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives within a collaborative production environment. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing:

As a key part of the Manufacturing Operations team, you'll create impact by delivering precision-machined components that uphold Grundfos's commitment to quality and operational excellence in every product we build.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, and materials on CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and other machining equipment
• Set up all parts to be machined, measuring and marking dimensions and reference points to guide subsequent operations
• Monitor machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and adjust machine controls as required
• Apply proficient tooling knowledge to select and use metal cutting tooling across all applications
• Use precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and indicators to verify part quality
• Deburr finished parts before advancing them to the next production stage

What makes you a great fit:

Above all, you are a detail-oriented machinist with strong geometric dimensioning and tolerancing knowledge, proven ability to hold close tolerances, and advanced math skills for material fabrication calculations. We would also imagine that you have:

• A minimum of 3-6 years of hands-on experience with precision measuring tools (calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators)
• A minimum of 4+ years of machining experience
• Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) with the ability to hold close tolerances
• Advanced math skills including geometry and algebra for material fabrication calculations
• Ability to operate jib and overhead cranes proficiently

It is a plus if you also:

• Have machining experience with Cincinnati and Fanuc controls
• Have familiarity with Mazak VTC 250D/50, VT5 Vertical Lathe, or MORI-SEIKI MH-63 Horizontal Milling Center
• Have experience setting up parts and writing programs in Mazatrol or NC/G-Code

The salary range for this position is $26.00 to $ 34.00 per hour. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfos’s total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. To learn more about our benefits, please visit: Grundfos Benefits

Why you will love working here:

We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:

• A working environment built around your needs
• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

To get to know us better, follow us on LinkedIn or Youtube. Check out Meet Our People to get to know some of your future colleagues and why they love working at Grundfos.

Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are made on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage all individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your Rights as an applicant. If require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact [e-mail]. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process.

Grundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role.

An inclusive team

We believe that the key to a work environment, where employees thrive and grow, is our ability to celebrate and value our differences in background, experiences and perspectives. In our recruitment process we welcome all professional people without consideration of age, colour, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity or religion.