Spindles Technician

Dynomax Inc.; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) Plan with company match

Paid holidays, vacation, PTO

Job summary

Dynomax, Inc. in Wheeling, IL seeks a Spindles Technician to assemble, disassemble, repair, refurbish and inspect spindles. The role includes test runs, balance/runout checks, and documentation of findings during repair projects.

Candidates should be proficient with measuring equipment and basic machining tools; experience with lathes, mills, or grinders is valued. Great benefits accompany a competitive pay package.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of spindle machines and tools and their applications.
• Proficiency in algebra, geometry and trigonometry and its application to manufacturing.
• Knowledge of machine building principles.
• Ability to use measuring devices and inspection tools such as calipers or micrometers and different types of electrical meters.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble damaged or worn spindles that are to be repaired while reading blueprints and work instructions
• Inspect worn or damaged spindle components to determine problem areas
• Check dimensions of the spindle and its components using basic measuring equipment
• Provide detailed documentation of observations- missing, broken, dirty components
• Once the problem(s) have been identified, help quote an approximate repair cost
• Assemble newly manufactured spindles according to work instructions and blueprints
• Paint spindles according to work instructions if necessary
• Use manual machinery such as lathes, mills, or surface grinders to manufacture or finish component parts for spindles

Skills

Spindle machines and tools

Algebra, geometry and trig

Machine building principles

Measuring devices and inspection tools

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Surface grinders

Job description

For 30 years, Dynomax, Inc., a family owned business, has designed, manufactured, and developed high-precision machined components, injection molding and tooling, sub-assemblies, automated work cells, specialty machines, and machine tool spindles. We are growing and need ambitious employees who want to make a difference and are willing to accept the challenges and grow with and within the company.

We are looking for a Spindles Technician who will assemble/dis-assemble, repair, refurbish and inspect spindles. Will also perform test runs, balance and/or runoff of spindles upon completion of assembly. Candidates with a Machine Builder or Automotive Mechanic background are encouraged to apply!

• Disassemble damaged or worn spindles that are to be repaired while reading blueprints and work instructions
• Inspect worn or damaged spindle components to determine problem areas
• Check dimensions of the spindle and its components using basic measuring equipment
• Provide detailed documentation of observations- missing, broken, dirty components
• Once the problem(s) have been identified, help quote an approximate repair cost
• Assemble newly manufactured spindles according to work instructions and blueprints
• Paint spindles according to work instructions if necessary
• Use manual machinery such as lathes, mills, or surface grinders to manufacture or finish component parts for spindles

What We Are Looking For

• Knowledge of Spindle machines and tools as well as their applications
• Proficiency in algebra, geometry and trigonometry and its application as it relates to manufacturing
• Knowledge of machine building principles
• Ability to use measuring devices and inspection tools such as calipers or micrometers and different types of electrical meters

What's In It For You

• A future! As Dynomax grows, we want to see you grow as well
• A clean A/C environment and great work culture
• An environment that encourages strong work ethics and values
• Opportunity for new challenges as we grow
• Great benefits and competitive pay

Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) Plan with a generous Company match
• Paid holidays, vacation days, PTO days
• Optional FSA and Identity Theft Protection
• Optional Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Discretionary annual bonus

Manufacture a great career with Dynomax!

Dynomax provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.