CNC Apprentice

Job Title: Apprentice Machinist

Location: Tulsa, OK 

Pay: $16-20 /hr DOE

Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and mechanically inclined individual to join our team as an Apprentice Machinist. This apprenticeship is designed for someone eager to learn the fundamentals of machining and start a rewarding career in the manufacturing industry. Whether you're a recent high school graduate, someone transitioning careers, or an individual looking for hands-on experience in the field, this position offers a structured path to becoming a skilled machinist or even advancing to a CNC Programmer or Manufacturing Engineer.

This is a unique opportunity to gain practical, on-the-job training with the potential for long-term career growth. You’ll work alongside seasoned professionals and learn key skills that will set the foundation for your success in the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Material Verification & Documentation: Assist in confirming the correct materials and ensuring all required paperwork is accurate and complete before beginning production.
• Shop Scheduling Assistance: Support the scheduling process, helping to prioritize jobs, track deadlines, and ensure smooth workflow on the shop floor.
• Machine Setup & Operation: Learn to set up, operate, and troubleshoot a variety of machines, including automated saws, Bridgeport milling machines, and CNC lathes and mills.
• Production Support: Assist with running jobs on CNC machines, ensuring that quality and precision are maintained in all production processes.
• Workplace Safety & Maintenance: Adhere to safety protocols, keeping your work area organized, clean, and up to safety standards.
• Skill Development: Participate in training sessions, shadow experienced machinists, and gradually take on more responsibility as you develop expertise in the trade.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Mechanical Aptitude: You have a natural curiosity about machinery and how things work. Basic experience with tools or mechanical equipment is a plus, but not required.
• Math & Measurement Skills: You’re comfortable using basic math, reading measurements, and performing simple calculations to ensure accurate machining.
• Strong Work Ethic: You take pride in doing a job well, and you’re committed to learning and improving your skills.
• Team Player: You work well in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to team success.
• Reliability & Responsibility: Punctuality and consistency are essential. You understand the importance of being dependable and accountable.
• Willingness to Learn & Adapt: You are enthusiastic about gaining hands-on experience and advancing in the machining field, and you’re open to feedback and new ideas.

Qualifications::

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of machinery, hand tools, or mechanical equipment is advantageous but not essential.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or mechanical setting is a plus, but we are also open to candidates who are new to the field.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

Career Growth: This apprenticeship offers a clear path to advancement, whether you want to specialize as a CNC programmer or take your skills to a leadership role as a manufacturing engineer.

On-the-Job Training: You'll receive hands-on training and mentorship from experienced machinists, gaining valuable skills that you can use to develop your career.

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* Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments out of metal. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
* Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
* Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
* Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.

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