Grinding Machinist

CNC Grinding Machinist / Operator

Elk Grove Village, Illinois

$65,000 - $85,000

Global Business

Progression and Leadership opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

A well-established precision manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Grinding Machinist to join its production team. The successful candidate will set up and operate CNC grinding machines to manufacture high-precision carbide cutting tools to exact technical drawings and quality standards. 

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC grinding machines in line with production priorities.
• Interpret technical drawings, tool layouts, and specifications to produce accurate tool geometry. 
• Carry out in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment to ensure compliance with quality standards. 
• Adjust machine parameters and tooling to maintain consistency and reduce scrap. 
• Support machine maintenance, housekeeping, and safe working practices. 
• Record production data, issues, and improvement actions accurately. 
• Assist with new product introductions, trials, and prototypes. 
• Support and train less experienced team members where required. 

Candidate profile

• Experience with CNC grinding, ideally including Rollomatic and/or ANCA machines. 
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tool blueprints, and geometric tolerances. 
• Knowledge of CNC programming and grinding software such as ToolRoom or VGPro. 
• Confident using precision inspection tools including micrometers, calipers, and optical measuring systems. 
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, quality-focused approach. 
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with high standards for accuracy and reliability.

Personal attributes

• Team-oriented and collaborative.
• Accountable, dependable, and detail-driven.
• Open to learning new technologies and adapting to changing production needs.
• Clear communicator with a continuous improvement mindset.

What’s on offer

The role offers the opportunity to work with advanced grinding technology in a stable, quality-driven manufacturing environment, contributing directly to the production of precision tooling.