Industrial Shop Apprentice

ITAC•Chester, VA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. They also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988, ITAC is an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina. They provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions, specializing in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals. ITAC's purpose is to make life better, providing employees with resources and flexibility for a rewarding career and fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, allowing every team member to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. They hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and a desire to grow, offering a collaborative team environment for challenging, fast-paced projects. The Industrial Shop Apprentice will assemble or fabricate parts, pieces or products using a variety of tools and equipment according to required specifications in a manufacturing organization. This position is ideal for individuals who are eager to learn and grow in an industrial setting.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Basic reading skills and must be able to follow directions
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem
High attention to detail and self-motivation skills
Work in a team environment and respect all teammates
Must be able to read a tape measurer
Must be able to work well with others

Nice To Haves

1 years fabrication experience preferred
Basic computer navigation and utilization skills preferred
Specific technical or vocational training or certification preferred

Responsibilities

Assisting machinists and other skilled workers with their tasks to enhance productivity.
Maintaining a clean and organized workspace, which includes sweeping, mopping, and removing trash.
Transporting materials and tools to and from the work area as needed.
Preparing materials for production, including cutting, sorting, and packaging.
Assisting in machine setup and teardown under the supervision of an experienced operator.
Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
Performing basic maintenance tasks and troubleshooting under supervision.
Participating in team meetings and contributing to productivity improvement discussions.
Read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately create equipment and products.
Utilize handheld tools such as a handheld screw gun, magnetic drill, grinders, saws.
Operate calipers, tape measures, and other hand tool.
Perform self-quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
Utilize horizontal and vertical bandsaws to cut material.
Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
Prioritize work flow through effective communication with management staff.
Maintain a clean and safe work area, take out trash, sweep floors.