About Speedgrip

Since 1946, Speedgrip Chuck Company has designed and manufactured precision workholding products for customers in the automotive, aerospace, defense, agriculture, and general manufacturing industries. Our products are engineered and manufactured in Elkhart, Indiana, and used in demanding machining applications throughout the world.

Position Summary

Speedgrip is seeking experienced Precision Grinders to set up and operate grinding equipment used to finish close-tolerance workholding components. Opportunities may include internal diameter, outside diameter, surface, rotary, or between-centers grinding. This position requires patience, precision, and the ability to consistently produce extremely accurate dimensions, geometry, and surface finishes.

Key Responsibilities

·        Set up and operate ID, OD, surface, rotary, or between-centers grinding machines.

·        Read and interpret engineering drawings, job instructions, and inspection requirements.

·        Select, install, dress, and balance grinding wheels.

·        Establish appropriate grinding parameters, feeds, speeds, and spark-out cycles.

·        Grind hardened-steel components to close dimensional and geometric tolerances.

·        Achieve required surface finishes, roundness, concentricity, straightness, and size.

·        Perform first-piece and in-process inspections.

·        Use micrometers, bore gauges, air gauges, indicators, and other precision instruments.

·        Monitor wheel condition, machine performance, heat, and part quality.

·        Troubleshoot taper, chatter, burn, finish, size, and geometry problems.

·        Complete required production and quality documentation.

·        Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain a clean, safe work area.

·        Work with engineering and quality personnel to improve grinding processes.

Qualifications

·        Previous precision grinding or closely related machining experience preferred.

·        Experience with ID, OD, surface, rotary, or between-centers grinding is highly desirable.

·        Ability to read engineering drawings and understand GD&T.

·        Proficiency with precision measurement and inspection equipment.

·        Knowledge of grinding wheels, dressing practices, coolants, and grinding fundamentals.

·        Experience working with hardened alloy steels is beneficial.

·        Strong attention to detail, patience, and mechanical problem-solving skills.

·        Ability to work independently while maintaining production and quality standards.

·        Dependable attendance and commitment to workplace safety.

·        Candidates with strong machining experience who are interested in learning precision grinding are also encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

·        Competitive compensation based on experience and grinding capabilities.

·        401(k)

·        401(k) matching

·        Dental insurance

·        Health insurance

·        Health savings account

·        Life insurance

·        Paid time off

·        Tuition reimbursement

·        Vision insurance

·        Specialized training and opportunities for professional growth.

·        Challenging, high-precision work on critical components.

·        A stable, team-oriented American manufacturing environment.

Apply Today

Bring your precision machining skills to Speedgrip and help manufacture products that perform in the world's most demanding applications.

Visit speedgrip.com/pages/careers to apply.