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CNC Grinder Machinist

Sterling Engineering

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 • $30.00 to $34.00 / hr • 10/7/2026

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Machinist (Grinder) - Direct HireLocation: Buffalo Grove, IL

Shift: 1st Shift – Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

$30-34/hr DOEJob SummaryWe are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist (Grinder) to support our manufacturing team in Buffalo Grove, IL. This role is responsible for operating grinding equipment and other conventional machine shop tools to produce high-quality precision parts within prescribed tolerances. The ideal candidate has CNC experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work from blueprints and engineering drawings.Key Responsibilities- Operate various conventional machine shop equipment, including grinders and vertical/horizontal saws, to produce and detail small parts ranging from simple to complex.

  • Perform machine set-ups and adjust speeds, feeds, and depth of cut to ensure parts meet blueprint and engineering specifications.

  • Inspect machined parts to verify conformance to prescribed tolerances.

  • Follow blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders to produce accurate components.

  • May be required to operate CNC (numerical control) machines as needed.

  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications- Associate’s Degree in a related field, military technical training, or equivalent education and experience preferred.

  • Minimum of 2 years of CNC machining experience required.

  • Grinding experience with small, detailed components required.

  • Manual machining experience preferred.

  • Prior machine shop experience preferred.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

Equal Employment OpportunityQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or nationality

You should be proficient in:

  • CNC Tooling
  • CNC Machine Installation
  • CNC Machine Setup & Changeover