Development Trainee-Machinist
About The Position
National Machinery is seeking eager individuals to join their innovative team through a one-year, hands-on training program designed to help participants build real skills and begin a long-term career with a stable, well-established company. The company has been successfully operating for over 150 years and continues to grow by investing in its people. This is a full-time, entry-level position that will rotate through three machining departments and a classroom setting to learn the operation and set-up of various machining tools on CNC and manual machines to produce precision parts efficiently and effectively. The program aims to prepare trainees for a Machinist position by mastering necessary skills and knowledge, successfully completing assessments, and performing other assigned duties.
Requirements
- Ability to read and understand written instructions
- Good mechanical and mathematical skills
- Good communication skills
- Must be detail oriented and able to actively participate and work in a team environment
- Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
Nice To Haves
- Vocational/technical education preferred
- Any Familiarity with computers
- Ability to use and understand metric and standard measurements
- Basic understanding of machining concepts (turning, milling, drilling, grinding)
- Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and technical drawings
- Familiarity with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
- Fundamental math skills, including fractions, decimals, and basic geometry
- Awareness of shop safety practices and proper use of PPE
- Mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail
Responsibilities
- Machine parts to specifications following instructions, drawings, blueprints and specifications
- Perform set-ups and machining operations on machines capable of milling, grinding, turning and boring or similar equipment
- Provide quality assurances of meeting company specifications
- Grow in machining knowledge and skills in preparation for a Machinist position
- Successfully complete each assessment and/or test in each training block
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Hands-on training — no experience required
- Starting hourly wage of $20-$24 per hour
- Pay increase available after successful completion of the training program
- Full-time employment while you train
- One-on-one training with experienced mentors
- A structured one-year training program
- Clear career advancement opportunities after completion
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
