Machinist Trainee 1st & 2nd Shift Openings

$20 per hour

ACME Careers

Elk Grove Village, IL

Job Description

Description:

ACME TRAINING CAMP 2026 - Future CNC Machinists Wanted

Earn Your Spot on Team Acme

Elk Grove Village, IL
Starting Pay: $20/Hour
Paid Training | Day 1 Benefits | Hire-On Bonus
1st & 2nd Shift Opportunities Available

ROSTER SPOTS ARE LIMITED

Every great football player starts as a rookie.

Every great machinist starts somewhere too.

Acme Industries is recruiting our next class of future CNC Machinists, and we're looking for people who are ready to work hard, learn fast, and build a career that lasts.

You don't need manufacturing experience.

You don't need a resume packed with technical skills.

You simply need the determination to show up, learn the playbook, and earn your place on the team.

Our Fall 2026 Machining Rookie Class officially reports for:

TRAINING CAMP on October 5, 2026

THE RECRUITING SCHEDULE

Think you have what it takes?

Here's the game plan:

Applications Open Now

Tryout Interviews

August 17, 2026 - September 18, 2026

Interviews will be conducted on select scheduled dates and times throughout this period.

Final Roster Selections

September 21, 2026

Selected candidates will receive their official offer and invitation to join Team Acme.

Training Camp Begins

October 5, 2026

YOUR ROAD TO THE STARTING LINEUP

At Acme, every CNC Machinist begins as a rookie.

Rookie Season

Machining Finisher

Learn the fundamentals:

Deburring and finishing precision parts
Grinding, polishing, and buffing components
Reading blueprints and work instructions
Learning measurement tools
Building quality and manufacturing fundamentals

Move Up the Depth Chart

Junior Machinist

Gain hands-on experience operating equipment while receiving CNC training from experienced machinists.

Make the Starting Lineup

CNC Machinist

Become a skilled CNC Machinist producing precision components for:

Aerospace
Defense
Power Generation
Mining
Transportation

The more skills you develop, the more opportunities and earning potential you'll unlock as you climb our skills ladder

WHAT'S THE POSITION?

As a Machining trainee, you'll help prepare precision components for final delivery.

Your responsibilities include:

Deburring machined parts
Cleaning, polishing, grinding, and buffing
Final assembly and leak testing
Touch-up painting
Packaging finished products
Following work instructions and quality standards
Keeping your workspace clean and organized

Every play matters. Every part matters.

The work you complete contributes to products used in some of the world's most demanding industries.

GAME DAY SCHEDULE

1st Shift Monday-Friday 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

2nd Shift Monday-Friday 4:20 PM - 2:50 AM

Earn an additional 10% Shift Differential on 2nd Shift.

TEAM ACME BENEFITS When you make the roster, you'll receive:

Weekly Pay
Hire-On Bonus
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Starting Day One
401(k) with Company Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
HSA & Flexible Spending Accounts
Gainsharing Bonus Opportunities
Employee Appreciation Events
Food Trucks, Treat Days & More

And you'll join a company with more than 75 years of manufacturing excellence.

READY TO MAKE THE TEAM? Training Camp begins October 5, 2026.

Tryouts run from August 17 through September 18. Final roster selections are announced September 21.

Apply Today

No experience. No resume. No problem. Just bring your work ethic and we'll help you build your future.

Requirements:

Remember: We Hire for Work Ethic, We Train for Skill.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're not recruiting based on experience alone. We're recruiting for attitude, effort, and potential.

You're a Strong Candidate If You:

Show up ready to work

Have reliable attendance

Want to learn a skilled trade

Enjoy working with your hands

Like building, fixing, or figuring out how things work

Can follow instructions and work safely

Can stand throughout the shift and lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance

Bonus Experience (Not Required)

Manufacturing

Forklift Operation

Material Handling

Crane Operation

Apply

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