ACARA Jobs
Manual Lathe Machinist (Aerospace)
Apply- ID: 556507
- Posted: 1/9/2026
- Location: Auburn, CA
- Category: LI - Manufacturing
- Job Type: Direct Placement
- Duration: Direct Placement
Description
Acara Solutions has been providing aerospace firms throughout the U.S. with our staffing services for over 65 years. Our Sacramento, CA region international aerospace client (metal machine shop) is looking for multiple direct Machinists to join their organization. This position is a manual lathe first shift machinist opening. First shift hours are Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. Expected time and one-half OT hours each week.
If the candidate is outside of the region, there is a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 to help with relocation. If local, there is a $1,000 sign-on bonus.
The hourly rate:
2-5 years exp pays $28 - $32/hr + 10% diff for 2nd shift
5+ years exp pays up to $41 / hour + 10% diff for 2nd shift
The Conventional Machinist sets up and operates a variety of manual lathes to produce precision parts and instruments including fabricating, modifying, or repairing mechanical instruments. The Conventional Machinist may also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
- Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
- Maintains specification by observing drilling grooving and cutting including turning, facing and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Calculates machine speed and feed ratios, and the size and position
- Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
- Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions irregularities and continuing needs.
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Min 5 years of manual machining, including the use of measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, plug gauges, and/or air gauges, along with the ability to operate: Drill press, Manual lathe, Punch press machine, Tumbler/de-burr machine, and Grinder
Min 3 years of manual lathes
This is an ITAR facility - U.S. Persons required
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
CNC lathe machining experience a plus.
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.