Machinist Intern

Kurt Manufacturing•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

The Machinist Intern position provides students pursuing a career in manufacturing with the opportunity to gain experience while completing their program. The intern will learn to set up and operate CNC machining centers, fabricate parts, run production lots, inspect machined products, and document results. The role also involves identifying machine malfunctions and defective materials, communicating with co-workers, maintaining a safe and organized work environment, analyzing processes, and assisting in other work areas as needed. Hours are flexible based on the school schedule, with a first-shift schedule Monday through Friday and 15 to 40 hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED.
Enrolled in the first year of a Machine Tool Technology or Automated Systems & Robotics program.
Communication proficiency.
Math skills.
Mechanical and technical capacity.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read blueprints and build to specifications.
Knowledge of CNC controllers and tools.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC machining centers to fabricate parts.
Load parts, cycle machines, and detect malfunctions such as worn or damaged cutting tools.
Run production lots and communicate with co-workers about production runs.
Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment.
Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management or engineers.
Operate CNC mills and/or lathes, including multiple-pallet and work-coordinated systems as applicable to existing CNC machines.
Inspect machined products and document results.
Analyze processes and provide solutions to problems while working to reduce setup and cycle times.
Complete and maintain paperwork for parts.
Assist in other work areas as needed.
Maintain reliable attendance.