Military SkillBridge - Machine Shop Trainee - Remington

The Kinetic Group•Lonoke, AR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kinetic Group is seeking transitioning service members for a SkillBridge Machine Shop Trainee opportunity at our Lonoke, AR office. This program offers hands-on experience in fundamental machining, equipment operation, safety procedures, and maintenance practices within a production-support environment. Under the guidance of experienced trainers and supervisors, you will be prepared for a career in precision manufacturing, with training in CNC machining, blueprint interpretation, and quality control. This position is exclusively open to active-duty service members eligible for DoD SkillBridge.

Requirements

Active-duty service member eligible for DoD SkillBridge.
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn technical skills.
Attention to detail and precision.
Strong safety mindset.
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
Interest in machining, manufacturing, or maintenance careers.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national; U.S. lawful, permanent resident; Refugee; or Asylee, or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.
Must not fall into the categories prohibited by the Gun Control Act.

Responsibilities

Learn and apply safety procedures for operating machine shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, belt sanders, pedestal grinders, saws, and drill presses.
Understand proper raw material handling and safe workflow practices within the shop environment.
Assist with the basic setup, alignment, and operation of machine shop tools.
Follow standard operating procedures to ensure accurate and consistent machining results.
Support troubleshooting efforts for mechanical failures in machine parts used by production areas.
Participate in repairing or fabricating replacement components as needed.
Learn to identify and work with various types of metals and materials used in machining applications.
Use precision measuring and setup tools, such as calipers, micrometers, Rockwell hardness testers, and dial indicators, to verify component accuracy.
Gain introductory experience in soldering, brazing, and basic welding techniques.
Assist in simple fabrication tasks as assigned.
Understand the metal heat-treating process and how it affects material properties.
Learn types and proper use of cutting tools for machining operations.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment that supports safe and efficient operations.
Assist with preventative maintenance tasks on machine shop equipment and learn basic maintenance repair practices.