OD Grind Machinist - Experienced; 3rd Shift

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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.

This position is a part of a large Machining Department comprised of CNC VTL, Mill, Grind and Manual Mill and 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.

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 manufactures. 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.

• Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• 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 application of finish coatings, or to establish part features.
• The loading and unloading parts are a part of the set-up.
• Follow both 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.

• Five plus years’ experience operating vertical and horizontal Grind, Hone and Lathe equipment, CNC or manual…