Student Machinist

The Student Machinist provides high school seniors and adult education trade students the opportunity to gain hands-on machining processes experience in a manufacturing environment. Under close supervision, the student will support machining operations by performing foundational tasks on manual mills, lathes, and grinders, while also learning basic CNC functions such as loading and saving programs and basic operation.

Requirements

• Perform basic grinding tasks including wheel dressing, operating a flat surface grinder, and side grinding widths.
• Perform manual milling tasks such as side milling, face milling, drilling, precision hole locating, and boring head operations.
• Perform manual lathe tasks including OD turning, center drilling, ID boring, thread cutting, and the use of both 3-jaw and 4-jaw chucks.
• Use precision measuring tools to inspect parts for accuracy.
• Operate CNC machinery under direct supervision.
• Load and save CNC programs from/to the DNC system under supervision.
• Change inserts and make basic adjustments to support machining operations.
• Follow all shop safety protocols and procedures while working under close supervision.
• Complete accurate ERP transactions for material usage, production reporting, and time tracking to support inventory accuracy and cost control.
• Meet or exceed established productivity and quality standards that support departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring efficient and accurate job performance.
• Consistently apply safe work practices in accordance with company policies to promote a zero lost time environment and maintain a safe workplace.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance