CNC Machinist (5-Axis) – Tight-Tolerance Grinder

JobSquad; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSquad is seeking a CNC Machine Operator in Bloomingdale, IL (and Glendale Heights, IL) to set up and operate 3-axis, Milling, EDM and/or 5-axis creep feed grinding machines. You will read gauges, measure parts and ensure tight tolerances while owning the operation end-to-end.

Paid $23–$28 per hour on 1st or 2nd shift, with responsibilities including fixture setup, process improvement, and daily equipment care in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year manufacturing experience in tight tolerance production.
• 5 axis and/or 3 axis and surface grinding experience required.
• Must be able to read indicators and use tools as detailed above.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates 3-axis, Milling, EDM and/or 5-axis creep feed grinding machine to grind surfaces to specs.
• Measures parts using dial indicators, micrometers, calipers and plug gauges.
• Performs quality assurance on a continuous basis and owns the part operation.
• Reviews processes and suggests improvements in production, quality and performance.
• Completes fixture tear-downs and machine set-ups as needed.
• Identifies need for grinding wheel changes and replaces as required.
• Performs daily asset care and reports maintenance issues.
• Runs multiple machines and maintains cycle times and quality.
• Keeps work area clean and machine wiped down each shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Reading indicators

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Calipers

Plug gauges

Job description

JobSquad is seeking a CNC Machine Operator in Bloomingdale, IL (and Glendale Heights, IL) to set up and operate 3-axis, Milling, EDM and/or 5-axis creep feed grinding machines. You will read gauges, measure parts and ensure tight tolerances while owning the operation end-to-end.

Paid $23–$28 per hour on 1st or 2nd shift, with responsibilities including fixture setup, process improvement, and daily equipment care in a manufacturing environment.