Machinist Trainee

Carpenter Technology Corporation•Reading, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. PRIMARY DUTIES: To utilize acquired advanced-related education while developing a wide and diverse range of skills, knowledge, and abilities in the Machinist Field. As a result of training provided by our skilled Maintenance staff, successful candidates will become competent maintenance employees. Following an approximate 12-month period, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of the mill by repairing and producing spare parts and other wearable components for use across the site. You will set up and operate manual and CNC equipment including lathes, milling machines, boring mill, 5 axis mill and related machinery. Upon successful completion of the Trainee criteria, you will advance to a Job Class 55 Machinist with merit reviews being conducted every 8 months until Job Class 58 is attained.

Requirements

Must possess a minimum of an associate degree in a machining discipline.
A GPA of 2.5 or higher is required.
The school’s curriculum must fit our machinist needs/requirements.
Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
Must be able to operate vehicles, work from heights, and work in various environmental conditions.
Must be willing to upgrade knowledge and skills as new technology and methods are introduced, which may involve attending training schools.

Responsibilities

Utilize acquired advanced-related education while developing a wide and diverse range of skills, knowledge, and abilities in the Machinist Field.
Become a competent maintenance employee through training provided by skilled Maintenance staff.
Ensure the reliability, efficiency, and safety of the mill by repairing and producing spare parts and other wearable components.
Set up and operate manual and CNC equipment including lathes, milling machines, boring mill, 5 axis mill and related machinery.