Find & Apply For Grinder / Sharpener Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

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/ID grinder, 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 On Set up and operate OD, ID, 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 Apart 5+ years hands-on OD/ID or 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 program 6+ 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, Kent CNC Lathes (2-4 axis):

Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Takisawa, DMG Mori Seiki, Samsung, Murata, Fuji, Nakamura, Hyundai-Wia, Hwachon, Quick Tech CNC Grinders:

Mitsubishi, Okuma, Okamoto, Studer, Amada, Toyoda, Chevalier, Anca, Walter, Tru-Tech Cylindrical Grinder Machine

• ID Grinder Machine

• OD/ID Grinding Machine Additional Skill Areas We Value Mechanical troubleshooting CNC 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/ID/Cylindrical grinder who thrives on complex work and new environments, apply today and put your skills to work nationwide with Nordic Solutions.