Machinist Apprentice

Roswell Marine•Rockledge, FL

13d

About The Position

The Machinist Apprentice I supports the CNC machining team by assisting with setup, material handling, basic machining tasks, and part inspections while learning the technical skills required to become a CNC Operator. This is a hands-on developmental role intended to grow into a fully capable CNC Machinist over time. Essential Job Functions and Duties Prepare material and parts to support machinists. Operate and assist with water jet and saw equipment for cutting and preparing raw materials. Manual drilling and tapping of parts. Utilize calipers and gauges to ensure quality parts. Wash, record, and put away parts. Cleans machines and work areas. Help load and unload machines. Willing to take on challenges with a "can-do" attitude. High level of initiative, strong sense of responsibility, ownership, follow-through, and autonomy. Desire to work collaboratively as a team player as needed to complete projects. Assist in machining adjustments and operational improvements. Ability to learn to maintain and perform preventive maintenance on machines and related systems Knowledge of use of various hand tools, such as but not limited to hand tools, electric drills, drill press, grinders, files, Calipers, Micrometers and other measuring instruments. Maintains a clean, organized and safe workspace. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Basic mechanical aptitude and desire to learn machining
Ability to follow directions and written work instructions
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Willingness to learn shop math, measurement, and blueprint reading
Positive, reliable, and self-motivated work ethic

Nice To Haves

High School education or equivalent
Minimum 1 Year experience as Forklift Operator (Must go through Roswell Training Forklift Certification)
Minimum 1 - 2 Years experience working in a machine shop or manufacturing facility

Responsibilities

Prepare material and parts to support machinists.
Operate and assist with water jet and saw equipment for cutting and preparing raw materials.
Manual drilling and tapping of parts.
Utilize calipers and gauges to ensure quality parts.
Wash, record, and put away parts.
Cleans machines and work areas.
Help load and unload machines.
Assist in machining adjustments and operational improvements.
Maintain and perform preventive maintenance on machines and related systems
Maintain a clean, organized and safe workspace.
Other duties as assigned.