Machinist Apprentice

Virginia Panel Company•Waynesboro, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: To meet quality and delivery metrics through a strong willingness to be trained, a quick ability to learn, and a commitment to developing precision machining expertise. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Technical Aptitude & Skill Development Apply foundational math skills, including arithmetic and geometry, to daily machining tasks Adapt quickly to changing priorities and efficiently manage multiple tasks within machining cells Support production and research & development (R&D) runs of precision-machined components Implement newly learned tooling methods and machining strategies to enhance process efficiency and meet production goals Communication & Learning Develop and utilize technical vocabulary related to blueprints, CNC machining, and shop operations Proactively engage with trainers by asking questions and seeking clarification to accelerate skill development Attitude & Professional Growth Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn by applying training received from multiple team members across various machining cells Foster a collaborative, team-oriented approach to achieving operational goals Identify errors, take accountability, and continuously improve through learning and adjustment Attendance & Commitment Complete 40 hours per week of hands-on shop work and on-the-job training (OJT) Participate in up to 6 hours per week of in-person evening coursework to support technical development Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Nice To Haves

Two years prior experience working in a machining facility or vocational training preferred
Familiarity with CAD and/or CAM software preferred
Familiarity with Microsoft Office preferred

Responsibilities

Apply foundational math skills, including arithmetic and geometry, to daily machining tasks
Adapt quickly to changing priorities and efficiently manage multiple tasks within machining cells
Support production and research & development (R&D) runs of precision-machined components
Implement newly learned tooling methods and machining strategies to enhance process efficiency and meet production goals
Develop and utilize technical vocabulary related to blueprints, CNC machining, and shop operations
Proactively engage with trainers by asking questions and seeking clarification to accelerate skill development
Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn by applying training received from multiple team members across various machining cells
Foster a collaborative, team-oriented approach to achieving operational goals
Identify errors, take accountability, and continuously improve through learning and adjustment
Complete 40 hours per week of hands-on shop work and on-the-job training (OJT)
Participate in up to 6 hours per week of in-person evening coursework to support technical development
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.