Machinist Intern

Kurt Manufacturing•Minneapolis, MN

5d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist Intern position gives students pursuing a career in manufacturing the opportunity to gain practical experience while completing their educational program. At Kurt Machining, interns learn to set up and operate CNC equipment, produce and inspect machined parts, document results, and contribute to process improvement. The role works with CNC mills and/or lathes and supports production while maintaining a safe, organized, and clean work environment. This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday, with flexible hours based on the school schedule and a schedule of 15 to 40 hours per week. The anticipated starting pay range is $21.00 to $22.00; the exact rate may depend on knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education. Reliable attendance is required. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice.

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 equipment on machining centers to fabricate parts.
Load parts into machines, cycle machines, and identify malfunctions such as worn or damaged cutting tools.
Run production lots and communicate with co-workers regarding 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 knowledge of multiple pallets and work-coordinated systems as they apply to existing CNC machines.
Inspect machined products and document inspection results.
Analyze processes and provide solutions to problems while helping reduce setup and cycle times.
Complete and maintain paperwork for parts.
Assist in other work areas as needed.