ACARA Jobs
CNC Machinist (Aerospace)
Apply- ID: 558593
- Posted: 3/27/2026
- Location: Elyria, OH
- 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 Elyria, OH (Cleveland) international aerospace client (metal machine shop) is looking for a 2nd shift Machinist to join their organization as full time direct employee (full benefits). All CNC machinist openings are 2nd shift initially. Hours are Monday-Friday 3:00pm -11:30pm. Pay rate is $35.14 / hour to start during the first 90 day training period. Then there is a rate increase after training.
$1,000 sign-on bonus.
OT work and time and-one half pay is expected, including working 1 Saturday per month.
This is a Union facility with a pension at 5 years. The first 90 days is in training on day shift from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Afterwards all new machinist have to start on 2nd shift. If 1st shift is desired, the new employee can put his/her name on the 1st shift waiting list. Due to the benefits of being in a Union, there is a long 1st shift wait list (lots of longevity there).
- Process rotors through various machining, EDM, and supporting operations in a team-oriented cell.
- Responsible for maintaining cell inventory.
- Set up and operate numerically controlled machines and other equipment.
- Make and verify any necessary corrections to program, set up, tooling and machine settings with the assistance of the Supervisor and/or Manufacturing Engineer.
- Use various gauges when required.
- Provide a finish in accordance with the manufacturing outline and blueprint requirements including but not limited to removal of burrs and edge breaks.
- Saw material as necessary.
- Clean and move parts as necessary.
- Pass an annual eye exam.
- Responsible for product verification and process control including using necessary measuring devices.
- Keep charts and records as required on completed sequences and processes.
- Rotate to different workstations within the cell
- Perform required rework, secondary operations, routine maintenance per Appendix A, and appropriate safety checks in the cell.
- Document all non-conformances through specified data collection procedures.
- Inspect work and verify that product meets all appropriate standards at each operational step in the cell.
- Complete all required paperwork.
- Ensure all material is properly cleaned, identified, protected, and stacked prior to movement.
- Work with internal and external customers and suppliers and participate in continuous improvement activities as required.
- Complete all required documentation including but not limited to operator inspection records, job routers, NCR's, reject tags, move tickets, and stock tickets.
- Perform other duties as assigned by department supervisor
- Utilize computer to access various databases.
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED
Min 3 years (5 years preferred, or trade school plus 2 years) of experience with CNC Lathes or CNC Mills with the following:
-Must be able to set up the CNC machine and have a history doing so
-Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, detail sheets, manufacturing outlines, and written instructions
-Must be able to develop programs from manufacturing outlines
-Requires a working knowledge of fixtures, cutting tools, and selecting and dressing wheels for finish requirements.
This is an aerospace ITAR facility - U.S. Persons required.
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
Experience with EDM and/or CNC Grinders
Fanuc controls
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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.