CNC / Manual Grinder Machinist

Job Title: CNC / Manual Grinder Machinist

Location: Sutton MA

Employment Type: Temp to Hire

Industry: Engineering and Manufacturing

Compensation: $24.64 to $36.96 DOE 

Schedule: 1st shift

About the Opportunity:

Worldwide leading engineering and manufacturing company serving the steelmaking industry. Our strengths include mechanical engineering, automation, electronics, manufacturing, project management, and service. We are seeking an experienced CNC/Manual Grinder Machinist to join our Factory Operations team.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

* Competitive pay. Temp to Hire

* Benefits effective on your first day of Direct employment, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), and paid time off. Opportunities for advancement into Team Lead and Manufacturing Engineering positions are available for high-performing employees. 

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This position is responsible for setting up, programming, and operating grinding equipment to manufacture large, complex, close-tolerance components used in steelmaking equipment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with precision grinding operations, interpreting engineering drawings, performing detailed inspections, and maintaining tight tolerances on critical components. Candidates should be capable of working independently following a brief orientation period and possess a strong commitment to quality and safety.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit?

Email updated resume to: View email address on careers.acarasolutions.com

What You'll Do:

• Set up and operate manual and CNC grinding machines.
• Program CNC grinding equipment using conversational and machine programming.
• Perform OD, ID, surface, cylindrical, and gear grinding operations.
• Hold tolerances as tight as .0001 inches on precision components.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints, specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, bore gauges, indicators, and specialized inspection tools.
• Perform gear grinding operations, including tooth modifications and finished gear inspections.
• Work on large, complex components weighing more than 4,000 pounds.
• Troubleshoot machining and quality issues to ensure production efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Train and mentor less experienced machinists and operators.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Technical School education preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of CNC and/or manual grinding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3 + years' experience with precision grinding to extremely tight tolerances.
• 3 + years' knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.

Wh at Sets You Apart:

• Ability to accurately use advanced measuring equipment.
• Experience machining large-scale industrial components preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.

Additional Information:

After you , you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you.

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.