Machinist/Machinist Apprentice

Job Title: Machinist/Machinist Apprentice

Job Location: Gillette, WY

Job Title: Machinist / Machinist Apprentice

Job Location: Gillette, WY

We are seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented Machinist / Machinist Apprentice to support daily machine shop operations and work closely with the Lead Machinist to complete projects safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. This hands-on role is suited for an individual with machining experience or someone eager to learn and develop practical machining skills in an industrial shop environment.

The ideal candidate will assist with machining operations, material preparation, equipment setup, part inspection, and general shop activities while helping maintain an organized, productive, and safe work environment. Working under the guidance of the Lead Machinist, this individual will contribute to production goals, develop technical abilities, and progressively take on greater responsibility as skills and experience grow.

Key Responsibilities

Machining & Production Support

• Assist with daily shop operations, job preparation, material handling, and machining activities to meet production schedules.
• Set up and operate machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, saws, and related equipment, according to experience and training.
• Perform turning, milling, drilling, boring, threading, grinding, and other machining tasks as assigned.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, measurements, tolerances, and work instructions.
• Prepare materials, tooling, and workpieces and assist with machine setups and job changeovers.
• Complete assigned work accurately, efficiently, and on schedule while supporting shop workflow and production priorities.

Quality, Safety & Equipment Maintenance

• Inspect completed parts using appropriate measuring tools to verify dimensions, tolerances, and quality requirements.
• Follow established safety procedures and ensure proper use of machine guards, tooling, workholding devices, and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and properly store tools, materials, and equipment.
• Assist with routine equipment care and preventive maintenance and report equipment issues or unsafe conditions.
• Help reduce material waste, rework, and unnecessary equipment downtime through careful work practices.

Teamwork & Skill Development

• Work closely with the Lead Machinist to complete jobs, follow production priorities, and maintain consistent work standards.
• Communicate job progress, material needs, equipment concerns, and potential delays in a timely manner.
• Develop machining skills, equipment knowledge, tooling selection, and troubleshooting abilities through hands-on experience and guidance.
• Assist with tooling preparation, shop improvements, and other duties that support efficient daily operations.
• Demonstrate initiative, reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn, take direction, and assume additional responsibility as experience grows.

Pay Depends on Experience; Willing to train the right canidate!

LongShot Fabrication and Repair is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program
• Relocation assistance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20