ACE Training Lab Assistant (Student Position)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University invites applicants for the ACE Training Lab Assistant (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI to support the Manufacturing Engineering Machining Laboratory Tool Crib. You will check in and out tools, maintain inventory, and assist faculty and students with machining tasks.

The role requires prior Manufacturing Engineering coursework, knowledge of feed and speed calculations, safe working habits, and basic measuring instruments.

Qualifications

• Student must have previously taken manufacturing courses within the Manufacturing Engineering program.
• Knowledge of feed and speed calculations, safe working habits, measuring instruments, and CNC programming.

Responsibilities

• Check in and out tools and maintain inventory for the Machining Laboratory Tool Crib.
• Assist faculty with Machining Laboratory duties and help students in machining processes.
• Practice safe working habits while handling tools and equipment.

Skills

Feed and speed calculations

Safe working habits

Measuring instruments

CNC programming

Education

Manufacturing Engineering courses

Job description

ACE Training Lab Assistant (Student Position)

Job no: 498229

Work type: Student Employment - General

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: ACE Training Lab Assistant (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI

Department: College of Engineering Technology

Advertised Salary: $20

Summary of Position: Check in and out tools, maintain inventory, for Manufacturing Engineering Machining Laboratory Tool Crib. Assist faculty in various duties related to Machining Laboratory, assist students in machining process, practice safe working habits.

Position Requirements: Student must have previously taken manufacturing courses within the Manufacturing Engineering program

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: knowledge of feed and speed calculations, safe working habits, measuring instruments, and CNC programing

Number of Positions Available: 2

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule

Job Close Date: October 30, 2026

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Advertised: 11 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time