Apprentice/CNC Technician

KMC Stampings is a premier metal fabricator offering engineering and tooling expertise driven by continuous improvement. With over 115 years in southeastern WI, we still offer a family feel with a safe environment focused on providing hands on training opportunities to all employees through a progressive training program. Employees can expand their knowledge of machinery, setups, tool and dies and even engineering. Come grow with KMC Stampings!

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The CNC Machinist Apprentice will support the CNC/Wire EDM machining department, continually training and learning, while taking on advancing levels of responsibility, and operating with increased levels of independence. This is a company sponsored state apprenticeship role with on the job and school training to earn a CNC journeyman certification.    

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. 

• Assist in setting up CNC machines, including tool changes, fixture adjustments, and verifying machine settings to ensure precision and quality
• Gain familiarity with different types of machinery and tooling, learning to identify common machine malfunctions and troubleshoot minor issues under supervision
• Consistently perform routine cleaning tasks, including removing debris, cleaning machine surfaces, and ensuring that floors and work areas are free of hazards
• Verify product quality using calipers and micrometers
• Other related duties as assigned or required

QUALIFICATIONS:         

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Excellent work ethic and willingness to learn
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Self-motivated with a sense of accountability, including record of good attendance
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and machinery
• Must own or be willing to acquire their own tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude and able to operate hand tools

Preferred Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Knowledge of CNC machines, manual machine tools, and manufacturing processes

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; frequently required to sit and talk or hear; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.   Reasonable accommodations to essential functions of the job will be made if necessary.