• Tool Grinder

    Aerotek (Franklin Park, IL)


    Job Title: Tool Grinder

    Job Description

    The Tool Grinder is responsible for planning, constructing, altering, and repairing a diverse array of tools, jigs, prototypes, special parts, and fixtures. This role requires performing complex machine operations using both manual and CNC machine tools. The Tool Grinder will work from blueprints, sketches, computer-aided manufacturing software, machine manuals, machinist manuals, and instructions.

    Responsibilities

    + Work from blueprints, specifications, piece parts, and instructions.

    + Braze materials and tools in preparation for grinding operations.

    + Set up equipment to perform various grinding operations on steel and carbide cutters, reamers, dies, gauges, form tools, or special items.

    + Plan sequence of operations, select method of holding workpiece, and verify dimensions, tolerance, tooling, and grinding requirements.

    + Select and dress wheels; mount grinding wheels; set grind, rotation, and spindle speeds, feed rates, angle of wheel, length of cycle, or stroke and depth of cut.

    + Position blades, cams, diamonds, and stops.

    + Measure workpiece to determine the amount of material to be removed; position on table, face plate, or magnetic chuck in fixture or between centers of wheels.

    + Start machine, engage automatic mechanism, direct flow of coolant, and observe operations; perform secondary operations to obtain high finish requirements.

    + Obtain first-piece inspection approval and make adjustments to ensure proper operations.

    + Check work for conformance to specifications and place workpiece in designated location.

    + Maintain equipment, clean, oil, change worn wheels, and ensure that safety devices are operative.

    + Complete paperwork and prepare reports; provide assistance to other personnel as requested.

    + Notify supervisor of unusual equipment or operating problems.

    + Use micrometer, caliper, comparator, height gauge, band saw, and various machine tools and measuring instruments.

    + Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition; perform other related duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Tooling, die repair, and tool grinding.

    + Manual and surface grinding.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

    + Experience with progressive die and die maintenance.

    + Proficiency with micrometer, calipers, grinder, mill, manual machining, and maintenance repair.

    + Experience with toolroom, manual lathe, die making, and EDM.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in OD grinding on step drills.

    + Experience porting tools.

    + Surface grinding and brazing.

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Previous tool grinding experience.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a large and diverse company with a spacious facility and a cafe conveniently located next to the shop. Enjoy great benefits as part of the union, including free Cubs tickets every year. Participate in frequent team BBQs and lunches, fostering a well-diverse and friendly atmosphere.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is well-lit and temperature-controlled, providing ample space for operations. The facility is equipped with a mix of newer and older machines, ensuring a dynamic and varied working experience.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Franklin Park, Illinois.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $62150.40 - $62150.40/yr.

     

    Huge company - with nice size facility

     

    Cafe/large caf right next to shop

     

    Great benefits - a part of the union - solid relationship

     

    FREE cubs tickets every year

     

    Frequent team BBQs/lunches

     

    Well diverse

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Franklin Park,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.