CNC Cutter Grinder

Cutter Grinder

Pay: $22–$24/hour

Shift: 1st & 2nd Shift

Location:

Carol Stream, IL

The Cutter Grinder sets up and operates a variety of grinding equipment to perform precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, and grinding of cutting tools, including drills, reamers, end mills, slab mills, and slotting cutters made from high-speed steel and solid carbide. This role creates or modifies cutting tools from blueprints or written instructions, modifies tool holders and boring bars, and ensures all tooling meets exact specifications through careful inspection and measurement.

• Set up and operate grinding and CNC equipment to recondition and modify cutting tools
• Grind and inspect tools, including drills, end mills, and reamers, to meet specifications and tolerances
• Read and interpret blueprints and written instructions to determine tooling requirements
• Adjust machine settings, speeds, and feeds as needed to achieve quality standards
• Monitor machine operations and troubleshoot issues as they arise
• Perform basic machine maintenance and replace worn tooling when necessary
• Use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers and calipers, to perform quality inspections
• Maintain coolant systems to ensure efficient machine operation
• Support CNC programming, documentation, and general shop operations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

• 2–4 years of CNC machining or tool grinding experience
• Ability to program CNC machines (grinding experience preferred)
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills
• Experience using grinders and precision measuring equipment
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, and other inspection tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carol Stream, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Carol Stream, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.