OD Grind Machinist- Experienced; 2nd Shift

/OD Grind Machinist – Experienced (2nd Shift, Mon‑Fri, Full‑Time)

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Job Summary

The position of an experienced /OD Grind Machinist Technician is designed for a knowledgeable and skilled individual in multiple fields of machining. This position is responsible for the /OD Grind Machining of turbine engine components to achieve specified dimensions. Our customers are worldwide leaders in the fields of aerospace and marine industry sectors of turbine engine power. The final product must conform to the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications.

The machinist will work within a large Machining Department that includes CNC VTL, Mill, Grind, Manual Mill, VTL, Tool & Die, R&D, CNC Programming, and dedicated machinist trainers. The successful candidate will work alongside a team of experienced and professional machinists that will allow for continuous interaction of techniques, skill knowledge, print reading and interpretation of technical drawings. The position performs its primary functions in a climate‑controlled and modern state‑of‑the‑art facility.

Company Overview

Component Repair Technologies, Inc. (CRT) began as a locally family‑owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985, and grew into a global leader (500+ employees) in the aerospace MRO sector. Specializing in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components, CRT proudly serves the world’s largest airlines and jet engine manufacturers. Component Repair Technologies is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community.

In 2025, CRT became a Safran Aircraft Engines company as a Center of Excellence for the repair of large jet engine parts in the Americas.

For over 120 years, Safran, through its Aircraft Engines subsidiary, designs, produces, markets and supports, alone or in partnership, aircraft engines offering world‑class performance and reliability. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Operating through CFM International, its 50/50 joint venture with GE Aerospace, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world’s leading supplier of single‑aisle commercial jet engines, the CFM
56 and LEAP. Safran Aircraft Engines is fully committed to sustainable aviation through the RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) technology development program. Safran Aircraft Engines also deploys a global network providing a full range of support, maintenance & repair services.

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Duties And Responsibilities

• Set‑up and operate horizontal and vertical grind equipment to perform grinding operations on a wide variety of turbine engine components.
• Select, install, and dress wheels and complete all changes in set‑ups. May include the use of various work holding devices and measuring devices for correct alignment and concentricity.
• Operate machines to remove material to achieve required dimensions prior to the application of coatings, after the application of finish coatings, or to establish part features.
• The loading and unloading of parts is a part of the set‑up.
• Follow written and verbal work instructions, use approved gages and tools to inspect parts to determine required material removal.
• Use precision measuring devices to inspect work.
• Accurately record findings on provided work instructions and documentation.
• From time to time, participate in the training process and offer expertise in the OJT program for various levels of machinist technicians.

Required Qualifications

• Five plus years’ experience operating vertical and horizontal grind, hone and lathe equipment, CNC or manual equipment such as Campbell, Springfield, Frauenthal, Cincinnati, Sunnen.
• Experience in a job‑shop type environment.
• Experience in a made‑to‑order environment.
• First‑article experience.
• Five plus years of experience in creative problem solving on machine setups, CNC programming (feeds and speeds), tooling/grinding wheels, fixturing.
• Firm understanding of GD&T, critical dimensioning and their relationships.
• Dem…