Machinist Apprentice

Start Your Career in Machining

Are you mechanically inclined, hands-on, and interested in learning a skilled trade?

Alum-a-Lift, a Piab Group company, is looking for a Machinist Apprentice to join our Machine Shop team. This is an opportunity to learn machining skills through hands-on training while working alongside experienced machinists in a professional manufacturing environment.

You don't need to know everything on day one. We're looking for someone who is dependable, willing to learn, comfortable working with tools and machinery, and takes pride in doing quality work.

If you've worked in manufacturing, fabrication, maintenance, automotive, welding, construction, or another hands-on environment, your experience may translate well to this role.

What You'll Do

As a Machinist Apprentice, you'll receive training and gradually take on more responsibility as you develop your skills.

You'll learn to:

• Set up and operate machines used to manufacture production components.
• Machine and fabricate standard and custom components.
• Read and follow work instructions, drawings, and production documentation.
• Use measuring tools to inspect parts throughout the machining process.
• Perform secondary operations such as drilling, deburring, finishing, and other related processes.
• Properly use and care for hand tools, measuring equipment, and shop tooling.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and identify potential equipment issues.
• Maintain an organized inventory of shop tools and supplies.
• Identify and communicate quality, safety, equipment, or production concerns to the Machine Shop Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Work closely with experienced machinists and other members of the Manufacturing team.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to continue building machining skills.

You'll also participate in routine shop cleaning, including sweeping and mopping floors, wiping down equipment, and participating in the rotating schedule for cleaning bathrooms and break areas.

Other duties may be assigned as needed.

What We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

• Are interested in learning machining and building a career in manufacturing.
• Enjoy working with your hands, tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Are mechanically inclined and enjoy figuring out how things work.
• Pay attention to detail and take pride in producing quality work.
• Can follow written and verbal instructions.
• Are comfortable asking questions when you don't understand something.
• Are dependable and consistently arrive at work on time.
• Work well with others and are willing to learn from experienced team members.
• Take safety seriously and follow established procedures.
• Are open to feedback and interested in continuously developing your skills.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Basic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and understand basic written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely work around machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Experience That Could Help You Succeed

Previous machining experience is not required.

Experience in any of the following areas is a plus:

• Manufacturing
• Machining
• Fabrication
• Welding
• Automotive or automotive repair
• Equipment maintenance
• Mechanical work
• Construction
• Technical or vocational training
• Industrial or manufacturing coursework

Experience using hand tools, power tools, calipers, micrometers, or other measuring equipment is also helpful.

What You'll Learn

During your apprenticeship, you'll have the opportunity to develop skills in:

• Machine setup and operation
• Precision measurement
• Machining and fabrication
• Quality inspection
• Shop tooling
• Machine maintenance
• Reading production drawings and documentation
• Manufacturing safety
• Problem solving and troubleshooting

As your skills and experience grow, you'll take on increasingly complex machining responsibilities.

Work Environment

This is a hands-on position in a manufacturing/machine shop environment.

The role requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently use your hands and fingers to handle tools, parts, and materials.
• Bend, reach, and perform other movements required in a machine shop.
• Work safely around machinery and moving equipment.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Safely handle materials within the requirements of the position.

Who You'll Work With

You'll report to the Machine Shop Supervisor and work closely with experienced machinists, the Production Manager, and other members of the Manufacturing team.

Travel

• No regular travel

Job Type

• Permanent

FLSA Status

• Non Exempt

About the Company

Alum-a-Lift a Piab Group Company designs and manufactures turnkey ergonomic lifting solutions for companies around the world. From single custom units to multiple devices to entire lifting systems, our proven solutions help manufacturers meet their material handling needs safely and efficiently.

Disclaimer
Alum-a-Lift a Piab Group Company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

Alum-a-Lift a Piab Group Company does not make hiring, firing, or recruiting decisions based on workers’ citizenship, immigration status, or national origin. However, this position will have to interface with export-controlled items and data. In order to comply with ITAR/EAR requirements, the employee must be a “U.S. Person” or will require special authorization from the US government to access export-controlled items. It is understood that special authorizations are typically not granted. This should be considered by any candidate who is not a US Person.

U.S. Persons include:

• U.S. Citizens
• U.S. Nationals
• Lawful permanent residents
• Workers granted refugee status
• Workers granted asylum

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired pay?

Work Location: In person