What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist Apprentice position at Trace-A-Matic Corporation?
Description
Are you ready to make a real impact? Looking for a stable, growing company where you can build your career and thrive? Your next opportunity starts here.
At Trace-A-Matic, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a clean, safe, and supportive work environment where individuals are empowered to grow personally and professionally. Our mission is to deliver excellence in complex precision-machined components while exceeding customer expectations.
We believe in sharing success. Through our Gainsharing program, we split profits with employees—paid out quarterly.
Trace-A-Matic Offers:
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Serviced Base PTO
- Gainsharing
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and more!
- On-site Fitness Center & Medical Clinic
- Weekly Pay
- Company Provided Uniforms and Safety Shoe Allowance
- Performance Merit Raises
- Climate Controlled Environment
- Free Employee Coffee
Trace-A-Matic is hiring a Machinist Apprentice, see below:
Job Summary
As a Machinist Apprentice, you will work under the close supervision of journey-level machinists to set up and operate manual and CNC machines to produce precision parts.
Key Responsibilities
- Machine Operation: Assist in setting up and operating manual and CNC lathes, milling machines, and grinders.
- Quality Inspection: Use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gages, bore gages, etc.) to ensure parts meet specifications.
- Safety & Cleanliness: Adhere to all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area (5S).
- Learning & Education: Attend required related technical instruction (classroom training) and apply knowledge to daily shop operations.
Requirements
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be 18 years old.
- Understanding of shop math (decimals, fractions, geometry—trigonometry a plus). There will be a test given!
- Ability to read or learn to read technical drawings and blueprints.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and desire to work with your hands.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to read, understand and follow work instructions in English.
- Prior machining experience is a plus.
- Veteran of the U.S. Military is a plus.
Trace-A-Matic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/M/F/D/V.