OD/ID Cylindrical Grinding Machinist — CNC & Manual, Field Projects

Nordic SolutionsChicagoindeedpublished 10/27/2026

Your Next High-Precision Assignment Awaits

Nordic Solutions is building a nationwide team of expert OD/ID cylindrical grinders to take on complex, high-tolerance work at leading manufacturers across the United States.

Quick Facts

Worksite: Nationwide (travel required)

Term: 6+ month assignments with ongoing opportunities

Pay & Travel: $40+/hr (DOE) + $125–$180/day per diem + $0.76/mile mileage reimbursement

Mission

Deliver flawless components and repeatable processes wherever your skills are needed—bringing precision, problem-solving, and professionalism to every shop you enter.

Core Responsibilities

Set up and operate OD, ID, and cylindrical CNC and manual grinders

Execute one-off, prototype, and short-run jobs to stringent tolerances

Select, dress, and maintain grinding wheels to achieve required finishes

Diagnose and resolve process issues impacting dimensions or surface quality

Interpret blueprints and GD&T; confirm results with precision metrology

Work with hardened steels, exotic materials, and high-alloy compositions

What You Bring

5+ years OD/ID or cylindrical grinding experience (manual highly preferred; CNC a plus)

Track record of holding tight tolerances and delivering premium finishes

Solid blueprint/GD&T interpretation and shop math

Skill with micrometers, indicators, bore gages, and other precision instruments

Mechanical troubleshooting mindset; process-improvement focus

Adaptability to different machines, controls, and shop cultures

Ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime when required

Willingness to travel extensively

Rewards & Benefits

$40+/hour (experience-based)

$125–$180/day per diem

$0.76/mile mileage reimbursement

Overtime availability

Health and dental insurance

Employee referral program

Access to advanced manufacturing environments nationwide

Tools & Technologies You May Use

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

Preferred Proficiencies

Mechanical troubleshooting

CNC machine setup and changeover

Precision measurement and inspection

Setting up machines for production runs

Familiarity with metal casting processes

Strong shop math skills

Why Work With Nordic Solutions?

We champion skilled craftspeople and match them to projects where their expertise makes an immediate impact. Our core values— Grit , Honor , Intention , Quality , Collaboration , and Agility —guide every assignment.

Take the Next Step

If you're more than a machine operator—if you're a grinder who understands precision, process, tooling, inspection, and quality—apply now and bring your craft to a nationwide stage.