Senior OD/ID Grinder – CNC & Manual, Field Projects

Nordic-Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Mileage reimbursements

Travel opportunities

Health insurance

Job summary

Positions require 5+ years of grinding experience, willingness to travel, and flexibility to work nights or overtime. Pay starts at $40+ per hour with per diem and mileage reimbursement; opportunities for long-term assignments and career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years OD/ID or cylindrical grinding experience (manual highly preferred; CNC a plus).
• Strong tolerance and finish capabilities with precision instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate OD, ID, and cylindrical grinders (manual/CNC).
• Execute one-off, prototype, and short-run jobs to tight tolerances.
• Select, dress, and maintain grinding wheels to meet finishes.
• Diagnose and resolve process issues affecting dimensions or surface quality.
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T; verify results with precision metrology.
• Work with hardened steels, exotic materials, and high-alloy compositions.

Skills

OD/ID grinding

Cylindrical grinding

BluePrint / GD&T

Mechanical troubleshooting

Shop math

Micrometers/Indicators

Travel willingness

Manual grinding

CNC knowledge

Tools

Okamoto/Harig grinders

CNC controls

Wheel dressing tools

Job description

Positions require 5+ years of grinding experience, willingness to travel, and flexibility to work nights or overtime. Pay starts at $40+ per hour with per diem and mileage reimbursement; opportunities for long-term assignments and career growth are offered.