Schafer Industries

Headquarters: South Bend, Indiana
Key Locations: Roscoe, IL | South Bend, IN | Blacklick, OH | Fredericktown, OH
Industry: CNC Machining • Precision Gearing • Off-Highway Axle Manufacturing

About Schafer Industries

Founded in 1934, Schafer Industries is a leading force in CNC machining and precision manufacturing. We design and produce mission-critical components for some of the most demanding industries in the world, including:

• Aerospace
• Defense
• Oil & Gas
• Electric Mobility
• Heavy-Duty Trucking
• Construction
• Agriculture

Our Roscoe, Illinois facility is at the heart of our CNC machining operations. This is where skilled machinists craft precision components using state-of-the-art CNC lathes, mills, grinders, and gear hobbing machines to exacting specifications.

As one of the few manufacturers offering integrated axle solutions for the growing off-highway electric vehicle market, Schafer Industries is not just keeping pace with technology – we’re helping set the standard.

CNC Machining at Schafer Industries

Our CNC team plays a critical role in producing high-precision gearing and axle components that power everything from next-generation electric construction equipment to aerospace systems.

We operate in a climate-controlled, safety-focused environment where precision, consistency, and craftsmanship are top priorities. Machinists work with advanced HAAS machining centers, CNC grinders, gear hobbing machines, and cutting-edge metrology tools to ensure every part meets or exceeds quality requirements.

Why CNC Machinists Choose Schafer Industries

✅ $1,000 Sign‑On Bonus for many CNC positions
✅ 4x10 Schedules with overtime opportunities
✅ Climate‑Controlled Facilities – air-conditioned & heated
✅ Competitive Pay & Benefits – including 401(k) match & tuition reimbursement
✅ Paid Training & Certification Opportunities
✅ Collaborative, team‑driven shop culture
✅ Work on small-batch, high-precision projects where quality matters

Current CNC Job Openings in Roscoe, IL

We’re hiring for multiple CNC machining positions on 1st and 2nd shift:

• CNC Lathe Machinists – HAAS ST series 2-axis lathes
• CNC Milling Machinists – HAAS VF series machining centers
• CNC ID/OD Grinding Machinists – Fanuc & proprietary controls
• CNC Hob Machinists – Precision gear cutting experts
• Quality Control Technicians – CMM, calipers, micrometers, Faro Arm

Most CNC roles run small batch production in a job shop environment — no mindless, repetitive production here. You’ll use your skills and judgment on every job.

Training & Career Development

Whether you’re an experienced machinist or just starting your CNC career, Schafer Industries offers structured training to help you grow your technical skills and advance into higher-level machining, setup, and programming roles.

You’ll work alongside experienced machinists and engineers, gaining hands-on experience with tight-tolerance parts, exotic materials, and complex setups.

Our Core Values

• Safety – Protecting our people and our products
• Integrity – Doing the right thing in every situation
• Responsibility – Owning our commitments and our work
• Customer Focus – Delivering precision parts that keep industries moving
• Continuous Improvement – Always looking for better, faster, more accurate ways to work
• Accountability – Standing behind every part we make

Shape Your CNC Machining Career at Schafer Industries

Our CNC machinists don’t just make parts — they make the components that drive industries forward. If you take pride in precision machining, want to work with cutting-edge CNC equipment, and value a collaborative shop culture, Schafer Industries could be the perfect place for your career.