Tool Maker / Precision Grinder

Dynomax Inc.; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) Plan with a generous Company+

Paid holidays, vacation days, PTO days

Optional FSA and Identity Theft<br>Pre

Optional Short Term Disability, etc.

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Dynomax Inc. in Wheeling, IL seeks an experienced Tool Maker / Precision Grinder to manufacture components for custom automation and machines. You will set up and operate machine tools, analyze specifications, and fit and assemble parts, with most work on a Mitsui surface grinder.

The role requires proficiency in manual surface grinding, GD&T interpretation, and precision measurement. We offer medical/dental/vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Manual Surface Grinding.
• Held a +/- .0001 tolerance for flatness, dimensions, slots and diameters.
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T.
• Ability to run manual mill, lathe, Prototrak and other tool room equipment.

Responsibilities

• Visualize and compute dimensions and tolerances of assemblies based on specifications.
• Study blueprints or specifications and use GD&T to plan sequences of operations.
• Perform machining operations and setup on tool room equipment such as milling equipment, surface grinders, and turning lathes.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, smoothness and clearances of finished parts using calipers, micrometers, indicators and microscopes.
• Perform bench and assembly operations including polishing, filing, grinding, shimming, and adjusting to fit and finish projects.
• Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys.
• Conduct test runs with completed tools to ensure that parts meet specifications.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Tolerance analysis

Quality inspection

Tools

Mitsui Surface Grinder

Manual milling machine

Manual lathe

Prototrak mill

Job description

TOOL MAKER / PRECISION GRINDER

A family-owned company, Dynomax designs, manufactures, and develops high-precision machined components, injection molding and tooling, sub-assemblies, automated work cells, specialty machines, and machine tool spindles since 1986. We are seeking an experienced Tool Maker / Precision Grinder to join our manufacturing team. The

The Tool Maker / Precision Grinder will manufacture components for custom automation and machines. This includes analyzing specifications, setting up and operating machine tools, and fitting and assembling parts. Most work will be performed on a Mitsui Surface Grinder.

Tool Maker / Precision Grinder Job Responsibilities

• Visualize and compute dimensions and tolerances of assemblies based on specifications
• Study blueprints or specifications and use GD&T to plan sequences of operations for the manufacturing of components and assemblies.
• Perform machining operations and set-up on tool room equipment such as milling equipment, surface grinders, and turning lathes
• Verify dimensions, alignments, smoothness and clearances of finished parts using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, indicators and microscopes
• Perform critical bench and assembly operations including polishing, filing, grinding, shimming, and adjusting to fit, align, calibrate, adjust, assemble and ultimately finish projects
• Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys
• Conduct test runs with completed tools to ensure that parts meet specifications, making adjustments as necessary
• Work with engineers to give them technical support for prototyping and repairs.?

Tool Maker / Precision Grinder Job Requirements

• Proficiency in Manual Surface Grinding
• Hold a +/- .0001 tolerance for flatness/dimensions/slots/diameters
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T a plus
• Ability to run manual mill, manual lathe, Prototrak mill, and other tool room equipment a plus

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.