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Honing Set-Up

Bosch · Lincolnshire, IL · Full time · Manufacturing

Posted Mar 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

How would you train someone new on a machine you know well?

What they are checking: The posting names training new and current employees, which is unusual for a set-up role.

The work needs you to stay on one task for long stretches. How do you handle that?

What they are checking: The posting names it as a requirement, which is an unusual thing to state.

The work is in Lincolnshire and involves lifting twenty five pounds and repetitive motion. Any concerns?

What they are checking: The posting states the physical requirements precisely, so it is asked plainly.

What would you do

How do you decide when a set-up is good enough to run production?

What they are checking: The judgment the whole role rests on, and where a wrong call costs a batch.

About the work

Tell me about the honing machines you have set up and what you were making.

What they are checking: The posting asks for expert knowledge of the honing machine, so this is checked first.

Walk me through a set-up from reading the instruction to the first good part.

What they are checking: The posting's first duty is reading set-up instructions and setting up the machines.

How do you read a honing specification off a drawing?

What they are checking: The posting names reading honing specifications from a drawing or blueprint.

What is target area control tolerance, and how do you work to it?

What they are checking: The posting names it specifically, and it is not a term an outsider would know.

A machine is producing parts that drift out of tolerance. How do you find the cause?

What they are checking: The posting names troubleshooting machine and process issues.

Tell me about handling a water or oil change on a machine.

What they are checking: The posting names assisting with water and oil changes.

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The full job description

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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 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 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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