Machining Intern (Technical College Student Level), Part-Time

Metal Craft Machine & Engineering•Eau Claire, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

RIVERSIDE is a precision machining company located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, serving the medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries. The company describes its culture as focused on building quality products, providing a safe and clean environment, and investing in employees’ growth. The Machining Intern role offers technical-school students in machining or industrial programs an opportunity to gain manufacturing experience while supporting machine unloading and special projects. This part-time, on-site position involves operating a variety of machines and performing inspection, basic machining tasks, and quality checks. Simple setups and troubleshooting may be performed only under the supervision of a full-time machinist mentor. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:15 p.m. to 1:45 a.m., with flexibility based on the student’s school schedule and 18–29 hours available per week. It is a non-exempt, hourly position.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a Machine Tool Technology, Manufacturing, or Industrial program.
High school diploma or GED.
0–1 year of related experience.
Understanding of machining equipment.
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Run a variety of machines, including verticals, horizontals, Swiss machines, and turning machines.
Understand runout, tool-length stick-outs, and appropriate tool holders based on the tool’s operation.
Inspect parts using tools such as micrometers, calipers, and height stands.
Straighten plates and parts as needed using an arbor press or other methods.
Perform simple setups and troubleshooting only under the supervision of a full-time machinist mentor.
Perform periodic quality checks as described in operation layouts.
Read and understand blueprints, job routings, tooling instructions, and standard charts covering dimensions, tolerances, holding fixtures, cutting speeds, feed rates, and cutting tools.
Keep the work area clean and organized.
Take responsibility for the quality of parts produced.
Support machine unloading and special projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Conduct oneself, and any applicable subordinates, consistently with the company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.