CNC Machinist I - Apprentice
About The Position
Fairbanks Morse Defense is a world-leading provider of power and propulsion. We continue to invest in core technologies, products, people, and capabilities with the objective of broadening and strengthening the product portfolio, improving efficiency, and enhancing the environmental performance of its products. Our Apprenticeship Program combines on-the-job training with related instruction at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; it provides a genuine alternative to a traditional college experience and the foundation for a career in CNC Machining. It offers the training, guidance, and support you need to develop valuable skills, earn sought-after qualifications, and establish yourself in your chosen career. You will start in a 1 year program and if successful, will be invited to complete an additional two years. The benefits of participating in the program: Get paid while learning valuable skills Earn valuable qualifications Attend college at no cost to you Receive career support from day one Invaluable experience and opportunity Run in partnership with the US Department of Labor and Industry and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, our Apprenticeship Program lasts three years and enables you to earn a nationally recognized Certificate of Completion.
Requirements
- High School Diploma / GED with a minimum GPA of 2.8.
- Basic knowledge of product manufacturing and inspection.
- Basic personal computer proficiency (word processing, internet, e-mail, electronic data retrieval).
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DOD Confidential Security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Security clearance is required before the start of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience or education in Turning/Milling/Grinding equipment/ CNC Machining.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Responsibilities
- Comply with all safety rules and company standards (e.g., Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality Management System, and BJPC Production System).
- Operate lathes
- Operate CNC Machines
- Follow production plans to meet customer requirements.
- Extract information from drawings.
- Prepare and implement tool and fixture changes.
- Resolve conflicts within the team in the spirit of teamwork to ensure high standards of professionalism.
- Successful completion of related instruction and on-the-job training
- Participate in process improvement activities to satisfy customer needs and cost reduction targets.
- Notify supervision or unsafe conditions, needed tooling, material, or problems
- Maintain tooling equipment and cleanliness of assigned work areas
- Safely operate cranes, forklifts, grinders, and other material handling equipment to move or re-position components
Benefits
- Get paid while learning valuable skills
- Earn valuable qualifications
- Attend college at no cost to you
- Receive career support from day one
- Invaluable experience and opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
