Apprentice Precision Machining Technician (Screw Machine)
Job Description
Job Description
Build Your Machining Foundation—Kentwood, MI
You like tools, troubleshooting, and seeing a clean part come off the machine. We’ll teach you the rest. In our Screw Machine Academy, you’ll become fluent in Tornos operations and launch a career on our night crew.
Schedule & Training- Training: 4–6 weeks on day shift
- Then: Night shift, 8:00 pm–6:00 am, 50 hours per week
- Tornos screw machine components and how each function impacts part quality
- Using operational controls; performing essential maintenance
- Bar stock prep, loading, and restocking best practices
- Finding the root cause of defects and correcting them quickly
- Tool changes and slide adjustments to maintain capability
- Applying shaving ops; using roller supports and floating holders
- Maintaining collets and pushers; replacing cutoff tooling
- Dialing in pickoff and cutoff settings
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to pass an onsite mechanical aptitude assessment
- Attention to detail and consistent quality focus
- Mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn hands-on
- Availability for nights after training (8 pm–6 am, 50 hrs/week)
- Automotive repair: brakes, oil changes, tire service
- Drywall installation or similar trades
- Manual machining skills
- Shop math proficiency
- Any prior manufacturing environment experience
- Structured, practical training that accelerates your growth
- Hands-on work where your mechanical instincts shine
- A clear path from trainee to accomplished screw machine technician
Ready to convert your mechanical know-how into a high-demand trade? Apply to join the Academy in Kentwood, MI.
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