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Toolmaker​/Precision Machinist

Job in Downers Grove, DuPage County, Illinois, 60516, USA
Listing for: Chemring Energetic Devices
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Manufacturing Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30.5 - 39.5 USD Hourly USD 30.50 39.50 HOUR
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Description

Be part of a growing team. At Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

  • Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
  • Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
  • Face-paced environment
  • Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
Description

Be part of a growing team. At Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.
  • Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
  • Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
  • Face-paced environment
  • Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our mission-critical team! CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional market. The pay range for this exempt position is $30.50/hr to $39.50/hr our strong benefits offerings includes eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 different BCBS of IL medical plans, Dental (Sun Life) Vision (Eye Med), Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match on a 6% contribution, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year of employment) and paid vacation.



Job Summary

The Toolmaker/Precision Machinist is responsible for providing innovative tooling and manufacturing solutions for the various departments at CED.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Interpret and machine parts from engineering (CAD) drawings, hand sketches, and verbal instructions.
  • Collaborate with team members and stakeholders on prototyping and design changes.
  • Check work using precision measuring tools & equipment e.g. micrometer, dial indicator, bore gages, thread gages, gage blocks, height gages, optical comparator.
  • Manual machining of parts e.g. toolroom lathe, milling machine, drill press, saws, pedestal grinder.
  • Surface grinding with the ability to dress angles and radii on wheels.
  • Surface grinding of tungsten carbide and refractory materials.
  • Work with machine operators to supply sharpening/modification of production tooling using grinders or by hand.
  • Program, set up, & run CNC vertical machining center and CNC toolroom lathe for product development and short production runs.
  • Program, set up, & run CNC wire electrical discharge machine (WEDM) for product development and short production runs.
  • Program, set up, & run CNC Hole Drilling EDM (hole pop).
  • Perform punch press set-up and debug (small single station dies with low volume).
  • Grind, sharpen, modify, and repair punches & dies for small single-station punch press jobs.
  • Build & repair special jigs and fixtures with prints or verbal instructions.
Other Job Functions

  • Follow all company policies and procedures.
  • Other duties/responsibilities as assigned by leadership
  • Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Education

  • Formal apprenticeship certificate or NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) certificate
Experience

  • 5 to 10 years in a manufacturing environment, machinist experience (aerospace/defense or prototype)
SKILLS And QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience and training in a variety of tool room machinery (manual lathes, manual mills, grinders, CNC machinery, and electrical discharge machines).
  • Working knowledge of GD&T
  • Must be eligible to possess explosive under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic…
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