Precision OD/ID Grinding Specialist & CNC Lathe Machinist

TekPro Engineering
Downers Grove, IL

Precision OD/ID Grinding Specialist & CNC Lathe Machinist

Picture a day where complex aerospace and gear components move from raw stock to flawless parts because of your hands. On first shift, you’re dialing in an OD grind at 5:45 AM, chasing tenths and holding strict tolerances. On second shift, you’re on the lathe, programming a short-run job, calculating offsets, and running your own setup from print to part. If that sounds like your rhythm, read on.

Current Openings — OD/ID Grinding

  • 1st Shift: 5:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 1:30 AM (10% night shift differential)

Compensation

  • OD/ID Grinding: Up to ~ $40/hr for “master‑class” talent
  • Turning (Lathe): Can stretch to ~ $40/hr for elite, aerospace‑gear‑level capability
  • $100K+/year potential driven by consistent overtime
  • Frequent raises per union contract
  • 10% night shift differential

What You’ll Work On

OD/ID Grinding

  • High-precision OD/ID grinding on aerospace/gear components
  • Operate in a precision machining environment with rigorous quality expectations

Turning (Lathe)

  • Own full setups independently—program, calculate, and run your work
  • Read prints and manufacture parts from scratch in a job-shop setting
  • Handle frequent changeovers efficiently

Who Thrives Here

  • Background in precision machining
  • Aerospace or gear industry experience preferred
  • High-precision contract/job-shop machinists are strongly considered
  • Proven strength in setup, troubleshooting, and print reading
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, demanding environment

Why This Role Stands Out

  • Above-market pay with strong earning potential
  • Average 55-hour work week with heavy overtime
  • 2–3 shorter Saturday shifts (6 hours each) per month
  • Air‑conditioned facility with a mix of new and legacy equipment
  • Challenging, high‑complexity aerospace and gear work that keeps skills sharp

Tools & Technologies

  • OD/ID Grinding Machines
  • Turning Lathes

If you’re ready to take ownership of complex work and maximize your earnings through consistent overtime, this is where your precision mindset pays off.

Posted 2026-02-25

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