Manual Machinist Trainee - Opex Corporation

Job Summary:
OPEX Corporation is currently seeking a full-time Manual Machinist Trainee to work on our 1st shift (M-F, 5:45a-2p) in our manufacturing facility in Pennsauken, NJ. This individual will be in a two-year training program learning to assist with the setup and operation of manual and CNC lathes/milling machines. The ideal candidate would have an interest in learning a trade and basic knowledge of manual machining.
Manual Machinist Job Responsibilities:
- Assist with the setup and operation of manual and CNC lathes and milling machines.
- Will work with a mentor(s) to learn how to perform the following duties: - Operate a variety of CNC machines in a cell structure
- Properly load material into a machine
- Read blueprints and use precision measuring tools
- Setup and adjust jobs/fixtures
- Review blueprints, drawings, instructions to ensure accurate production
- Inspect parts using micrometer, gages and related inspection tools

- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Skills:
- Commitment to learn a trade and advance your career
- Ability to follow verbal and written instruction
- Knowledge of CNC machining is desired, but not required
- Willingness to learn and ability to take direction
- Must be able to work individually and as apart of a team
- Must be dependable and reliable
Physical/Work Environments
- Worker will be working in a machine shop setting
- Worker must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Worker must be able to stand throughout duration of their shift
Company Overview
OPEX Corporation is more than a manufacturer of machines. We continuously reimagine technology to power the future for our customers.
With an innovative approach, we engineer unique automated solutions that support our customers so they can solve the most pressing business challenges for both today and tomorrow. Our scalable Warehouse, Document, and Mail Automation solutions improve workflow, accelerate change, and drive efficiencies in infrastructure.
We are a family-owned business and operated organization with more than 1600 committed employees who innovate, manufacture, install, and service products that are helping transform industry every day. We listen to our customers, respect each other, and work together to help reimagine the future through automated solutions.
At OPEX, we are Next Generation Automation.
Benefits:
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Full medical, dental and vision with low employee contribution rates
- Paid holidays and PTO allowance
- 401k with matching and profit sharing
- Basic life insurance, short term and long-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement available

OPEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.