Machine Shop Apprentice - Highland Industrial Staffing

Machine Shop Apprentice

Position Description:  The Apprentice Machinist will be responsible to setup, produce, troubleshoot, and verify that parts conform to drawings, processes and procedures. The Apprentice will be required to be versatile within a production environment and learn the various equipment as required.  Skills to develop include a working knowledge of CAD/CAM, SurfCam, DraftSight, G-Code and AutoCad software. 

Expectations:  Willingness and ability to learn, read, follow and interpret drawings, processes and procedures.  Training will be focused on setting up machining jobs efficiently on the manufacturing floor.  Applicant must possess intermediate math skills, ability to communicate with others, and engage in process improvements.  Appropriately use all inspection equipment and sample features to verify conformance as required.  Follow safety procedures as required and be a positive Team Member that has the drive and initiative to help the business grow.

Qualifications

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operates the CNC milling machine, lathe, drill-press, sander, buffer, bench grinder and various hand tools. 
• Reads blueprints, sketches, and follows verbal instructions.  Assists in ordering, receiving and storing material and supplies.
• Repairs and modifies equipment, with instructions from supervisor.  Keeps workplace clean and organized.
• Documentation: Completion of work orders; identify time and material spent on project.  Performs occasional tasks outside of job description in support of team mission.
• Sweep floors, clean equipment and machines, take out shop garbage and recycling on a regular schedule.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Work experience with shop math proficiency and strong mechanical aptitude is appreciated; basic math skills required (classes can be recommended as needed).
• Position requires a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift and carry tools and material weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Noise and vibration from operation equipment is consistent, though ear plugs are provided.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Self-starter with good customer service skills and a pleasant demeanor, with the ability to maintain a good working relationship with staff.
• Ability to maintain a high level of attention to accuracy and details with the ability to use discretion and good judgment.
• Safely operate various types of machinery used in the trade.
• Learn to read blueprints, sketches, and closely follow verbal instructions.
• Operate various types of machinery used in the trade such as milling machine, lathe, drill press, sander, buffer, bench grinder and various hand tools.
• A candidate needs to possess openness to learning new skills and collaborating with other team members to create solutions.

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