Machinist Advanced III

Destaco; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join their dynamic team. This role involves setting up and operating CNC grinding machines to achieve precise specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in CNC machining, safety practices, and the ability to interpret blueprints. You'll be part of a company with a rich history in automation solutions, where your contributions will enhance productivity and quality in manufacturing processes. If you're passionate about precision engineering and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in CNC machining and precision grinding.
• Knowledge of blueprint reading and mathematics for machining.
• Ability to operate multiple CNC machines safely.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate CNC grinding machines for precision tasks.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met during operations.
• Perform various grinding techniques and maintain equipment.

Skills

CNC Machining

Precision Grinding

Blueprint Reading

Mathematics Skills

Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

CNC Grinding Equipment

Precision Measuring Instruments

Abrasive Wheels

Job description

CNC Machinist

Location: Wheeling, IL

Company Overview:

DESTACO, a Stabilus Company, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance automation, workholding, and remote handling solutions. The company serves customers in variety of end-markets, including the automotive, life sciences, consumer goods, packaging, aerospace, and nuclear sectors.

Built on a legacy of over 100 years, DESTACO offers a comprehensive portfolio of products to engineer precise movement, placement and control solutions that drive productivity and uptime for manufacturers around the world. The DESTACO family of products consists of industry-leading brands such as DESTACO Manual and Power Clamps, Camco and Ferguson Indexers, Robohand Grippers and CRL Manipulators and Transfer Ports.

DESTACO is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and operates globally through ~700 employees across 11 locations.

With nearly 90 years of demonstrated expertise, The Stabilus Group is one of the world's leading providers of motion control solutions for customers across a broad spectrum of industries.

Stabilus, approaching 1.5B EUR in revenue, is headquartered in Koblenz, Germany and employs more than 7,000 team members across 34 locations in 18 countries.

Stabilus SE is listed in the Prime Standard segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and included in the MDAX index. www.stabilus.com

Position Summary:

Setup and operate manual and CNC grinding machines to perform precision ID, OD and form grinding. Study blueprint or layout to visualize grinding to be done and plan sequence of operations.

Precision Grinder Primary Responsibilities:

• Safety is our first priority. Employees must be able to operate machinery safely and follow all established Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Setup and operate CNC precision grinding equipment to perform precision ID, OD, form grinding, multi-axis grinding, and flat surface grinding.
• Experience with the setup and operation of precision grinding equipment.
• Experience with the use of diamond and other super-abrasive grinding wheels.
• Dressing of abrasive wheels including the use of dressing diamonds and rotary dressing wheels
• Study blueprint or layout to visualize grinding to be done and plan sequence of operations including work-holding arrangements and cutting process parameters.
• Perform plunge grinding, traverse grinding, face grinding, form grinding, multi-axis grinding, and angle grinding.
• Recognize and address abrasive wheel wear.
• Proper use of precision measuring instruments such as micrometer, indicator, bore gauge, height stand, gauge blocks, gauge pins etc. while working to tolerances of .0001".
• Selection and use of equipment such as grinding magnets, grinding vises, sine plates and various specialty fixtures.
• Possess trigonometry, geometry, and general math skills to perform necessary angular and position calculations to achieve workpiece blueprint specifications.
• Understand and correct for unexpected taper and other inaccuracies in grinding.
• Selection and use of various wheel types and styles including knowledge of abrasives, speeds & feeds, and other application parameters.
• Understand and implement general machine set-up principles.
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously.
• Must keep assigned machine(s) and work area cleaned and neat.
• It is every employee's responsibility to be aware of and work within documented Quality Management System as it pertains to their job requirements.
• It is every employee's responsibility to improve processes to reduce set-up and run-time standards when possible.

Leadership Competencies aligned with Stabilus and executed in DESTACO with appropriate expectations for the job level:

• Winning the Right Way: Operates with High Ethical Standards, Openness and Trust. Fosters a culture in the organization to conduct business aligned with those standards.
• Safety - Understands safe operation of equipment, tools and PPE. Recognizes potential for dangerous situations; uses safe work practices. Utilizes behavior based safety methods to sustain a safe working environment.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of CNC machining and programing operations as generally acquired in one to three years of trades training or vocational school
• 3-5 years of experience in setting up and operating of CNC precision grinding machines

Education and Certification Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent education or experience
• Associates degree preferred

Physical Requirements: (To be met with or without accommodation)

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Stand 10 hours a day
• Good manual dexterity
• Eye hand coordination and attention to detail: Ability to bend, twist and turn

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.