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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 CAMPonOctober 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 ShiftMonday-Friday6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

2nd ShiftMonday-Friday4:20 PM - 2:50 AM

Earn an additional10% Shift Differentialon 2nd Shift.

TEAM ACME BENEFITSWhen 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 than75 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 Todaywww.acmeind.com/careers

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

RequirementsRemember: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

You should be proficient in:

• Troubleshooting Skills
• desire to learn
• likes working with hands
• looking to start in a trade