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Traveling Precision Cylindrical Grinding Specialist; OD​/CNC & Manual

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Nordic-Solutions
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production QC/QA
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40 - 70 USD Hourly USD 40.00 70.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Join Nordic Solutions as a Traveling Precision Grinding Specialist Picture this:
It’s Monday morning and you’re stepping onto the floor of a new, world-class shop. You review a print calling for micron-level accuracy, set up your OD/, dress the wheel for the exact finish required, and bring a complex, high-alloy component into spec. By Friday, you’ve helped a manufacturer hit a critical delivery—and you’re already eyeing the next challenge in a different city.

Role Overview

Location:

Nationwide (extensive travel required)
Duration: 6+ month assignments with ongoing opportunities

Compensation: $40+/hour (DOE), $125–$180/day per diem, and $0.76/mile mileage reimbursement

What You’ll Work OnSet up and operate OD, , and cylindrical CNC and manual grinding equipment

Produce one-off, prototype, and low-volume parts with tight dimensional control and refined surface finishes

Select, dress, and maintain wheels to meet demanding process and finish requirements

Troubleshoot grinding processes and correct dimensional or surface quality deviations

Work confidently with hardened steels, exotic alloys, and high-alloy materials

Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications

Perform meticulous in-process and final inspection with precision metrology tools

What Sets You Apart5+ years hands-on OD/ cylindrical grinding (manual experience strongly preferred; CNC experience a plus)
Proven ability to independently set up, run, and dial-in grinding operations

Expertise holding tight tolerances and achieving demanding finishes

Fluency in blueprint reading and GD&T; strong shop math Proficiency with precision inspection instruments (micrometers, bore gages, indicators, etc.)Problem-solver who adapts quickly to new machines, processes, and shop environments

Willing to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed

Comfortable traveling nationwide

Compensation & Benefits $40+/hour based on experience and skill $125–$180/day per diem $0.76/mile mileage reimbursement

Overtime opportunities

Health and dental insurance

Employee referral program6+ month assignments with ongoing project opportunities

Access to leading manufacturers and advanced operations across the U.S.How You’ll Succeed Bring true grinder’s intuition: precision, process control, tooling knowledge, and inspection discipline

Operate independently, professionally, and safely in unfamiliar facilities

Take pride in workmanship and own outcomes from setup through final inspection

Troubleshoot with intention and communicate clearly with cross-functional teams

Tools, Machines, and Technologies Surface Grinders:
Okamoto, Harig, Chevalier, Boyarschultz, Acer, Blanchard Manual Grinders:
Okamoto, Cin-Milacron, Norton, Harig, Heald, Chevalier, KentCNC Lathes (2–4 axis):
Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Takisawa, DMG Mori Seiki, Samsung, Murata, Fuji, Nakamura, Hyundai-Wia, Hwachon, Quick TechCNC Grinders:
Mitsubishi, Okuma, Okamoto, Studer, Amada, Toyoda, Chevalier, Anca, Walter, Tru-Tech Cylindrical Grinder Machine
• Machine
• OD/ Machine Additional Skill Areas We Value Mechanical troubleshootingCNC setup and changeover

Precision measurement and inspection

Setup for production runs Exposure to metal casting processes

Strong shop math skills

Why Nordic Solutions We connect elite manufacturing professionals to challenging projects where their craftsmanship matters. Our culture is built on Grit, Honor, Intention, Quality, Collaboration, and Agility.

Ready to Travel and Deliver Precision?

If you’re an OD//Cylindrical grinder who thrives on complex work and new environments, apply today and put your skills to work nationwide with Nordic Solutions.
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