CareerPlan

Gauge Setter

Downers Grove, Illinois, United StatesFull-time$54k–$62k2026-11-09 → 2026-11-11
On-siteU.S. persons only (export control)

Core

Set up and adjust precision gauges (calipers, micrometers, air gages, indicators, stand gauges, plate gauges, Go/No Go, snap, and thread gauges) using blueprint specifications to verify parts in a manufacturing shop.

Role type

Production Gauge Setter

Builds

Precision components

Domain

Industrial manufacturing / Metrology

Required skills

Blueprint interpretation, Imperial measurement system, Tolerance understanding (+/-), Calibration and metrology systems, Mathematical calculations (decimals, fractions), Lean manufacturing principles, Physical stamina (lifting 50lbs, standing full shift)

Preferred skills

Quality assurance systems knowledge, Project management, Time management

Technologies

Calibration software system

Responsibilities

Set up and adjust gauges per blueprint specifications; Verify gauge set-up using master parts and Jo Blocks; Train and support co-workers in the gauge crib; Troubleshoot and resolve gauge issues with manufacturing; Maintain KPI metrics; Recommend new gauge setting standards for process improvement.