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Bosch Group

Honing Set-Up

Lincolnshire, IL

$20 - $28/hr

... machine operating experience Some computer knowledge Basic reading and writing skills in English Basic math skills or ability to use a calculator Ability to follow written and verbal work ...

Bosch Group

Honing Set-Up

Lincolnshire, IL

$20 - $28/hr

... machine operating experience Some computer knowledge Basic reading and writing skills in English Basic math skills or ability to use a calculator Ability to follow written and verbal work ...

Bosch Group

Honing Set-Up

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

Position Summary Responsible for setting up all honing machines according to the set-up ... machine operating experience • Some computer knowledge • Basic reading and writing skills in ...

Bosch Group

Honing Set-Up

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

Position Summary Responsible for setting up all honing machines according to the set-up ... machine operating experience • Some computer knowledge • Basic reading and writing skills in ...

Kennametal, Inc.

Manufacturing Machine Operator II

Orwell, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Manufacturing Machine Operator II 2nd Shift - 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm Job Summary and Mission Run ... Orient inserts before honing. Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics. Perform quality ...

Kennametal, Inc.

Manufacturing Machine Operator II

Orwell, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Manufacturing Machine Operator II 2nd Shift - 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm Job Summary and Mission Run ... Orient inserts before honing. Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics. Perform quality ...

Prince Industries LLC

Grinder Operator

Carol Stream, IL · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

Setup, operate and maintain CNC honing machines * Select diamond tooling/stones for the related honing machine. * Perform quality control checks on products. * Ensure that safety regulations are ...

Kennametal, Inc.

Manufacturing Machine Operator II

Orwell, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Manufacturing Machine Operator II 2nd Shift - 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm Job Summary and Mission Run ... Orient inserts before honing. Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics. Perform quality ...

Prince Industries LLC

Grinder Operator

Carol Stream, IL · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

Setup, operate and maintain CNC honing machines * Select diamond tooling/stones for the related honing machine. * Perform quality control checks on products. * Ensure that safety regulations are ...

Kennametal, Inc.

$14 - $16.75/hr

Manufacturing Machine Operator II 2nd Shift - 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm Job Summary and Mission Run ... Orient inserts before honing. Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics. Perform quality ...

Prince Industries LLC

Grinder Operator

Carol Stream, IL · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

Setup, operate and maintain CNC honing machines * Select diamond tooling/stones for the related honing machine. * Perform quality control checks on products. * Ensure that safety regulations are ...

Kennametal, Inc.

$14 - $16.75/hr

Manufacturing Machine Operator II 2nd Shift - 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm Job Summary and Mission Run ... Orient inserts before honing. Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics. Perform quality ...

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How much do freelance honing machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance honing machine operator in the United States is $26.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Honing Machine Operator vs Honing Technician?

AspectFreelance Honing Machine OperatorHoning Technician
CredentialsTypically requires machine operation experience and certifications, but often less formal educationRequires specialized training or certifications in honing processes
Work EnvironmentOften works independently or on contract, may work at multiple client sitesUsually employed by manufacturing plants or workshops, working in a team environment
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, repair, and custom machining sectorsPrimarily in industrial manufacturing and quality control

While both roles involve honing machines, Freelance Honing Machine Operators typically work independently on various projects, focusing on machine operation, whereas Honing Technicians are usually employed by companies, focusing on maintaining and troubleshooting honing equipment within manufacturing settings.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Honing Machine Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 24% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 60% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 38% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,333 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Honing Set-Up

Bosch Group

Lincolnshire, IL

$20 - $28/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Bosch Rexroth is one of the world's leading providers of Drive and Control Technologies. Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers' challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.

Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. Our cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. has been producing the most innovative elector-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.

Job Description

Position Summary

Responsible for setting up all honing machines according to the set-up instructions and specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following reflects essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as the company may deem necessary

Read set up instructions and set up all honing machines

Expert knowledge of honing machine

Follow honing process best practice

Read target area control tolerance

Read honing specifications of drawing or blueprint

Assist with water and oil changes on machines

Train new and current employees

Troubleshoot machine and process issues

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

Highs school diploma or equivalent

2-5 Years manufacturing experience

2-5 Years machine operating experience

Some computer knowledge

Basic reading and writing skills in English

Basic math skills or ability to use a calculator

Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions in English

Able to stay on task for long periods of time

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

Lift and move a minimum of 25 pounds without assistance.

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time

Repetitive motion

Work Environment

Work time is spent in a warehouse environment where temperatures are often warm or cool, depending upon the season, and noise level can be moderate to high

Exposure to oil and water

PPE required as determined by company safety standards: safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, safety shoes

Additional Information

Salary and Benefits

The hourly range is $20/hour - $28/hr. The range is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience and job knowledge, complexity of the role, job location, etc. The Recruiter can share more details about the specific salary range during the interview process.

Must Have:

  • Must have US work authorization.
  • Indefinite U.S work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/Veterans.

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