Gauge Setter

Regal Rexnord • Downers Grove, IL

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Gauge Setter supports the production of quality precision components by setting up a variety of gauges for production jobs. The role requires understanding tolerances and the imperial measurement system to translate blueprint specifications into gauges used to verify that manufactured parts meet requirements. The position is fully onsite at the designated Regal Rexnord office and may work one of the listed early shifts, with training on first shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or qualified experience.
• Equivalent of 1 to 2 years of inspection or gauging experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including decimals, fractions, addition, and subtraction.
• Application knowledge of calibration and metrology systems, including developing, improving, and approving gauging methodologies and designs.
• General or application knowledge of quality assurance systems and blueprint interpretation.
• Ability to work with others to solve daily gauging problems and develop improvement ideas.
• Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management.
• Experience in a lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions in English.
• Ability to lift gauges up to 50 pounds, stand for an entire shift, reach overhead to retrieve gauges, stoop, crouch, and push or pull a cart loaded with heavy gauges.
• Availability to work overtime on weekends.
• Ability to work one of the listed shifts: 3 a.m.–11 a.m., 4 a.m.–noon, or 5 a.m.–1 p.m.; training is on first shift, 6 a.m.–2 p.m.
• Federal export-control restrictions may limit eligibility to U.S. persons or candidates who can otherwise qualify for a license permitting them to hold the position.

Responsibilities

• Set a variety of gauges and special test equipment using blueprint specifications.
• Set up and adjust gauges with master parts, Jo blocks, and set rings, and periodically verify gauge setups.
• Set up Go/No Go plug gauges, snap gauges, and thread gauges, and stack Jo blocks.
• Recommend gauge-setting standards to standardize setup, support training, reduce setup issues, and minimize delays in providing gauges to manufacturing.
• Work with quality and design engineering on new or modified gauging when required.
• Train, guide, and support co-workers in the gauge crib.
• Use calibration software to assign gauges and track their location in various departments.
• Help manufacturing troubleshoot and resolve gauge issues.
• Maintain and support KPI metrics in assigned areas.
• Follow and implement company safety and work rules.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• 401(k) employer matching contributions
• Discretionary personal reimbursement account
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid leaves
• Educational reimbursement and tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED