Apprentice Howick Operator Mytikas Steel

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Florence (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Growth opportunities

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Florence, Colorado, is seeking an Apprentice Howick Operator. This introductory role focuses on learning how to operate Howick steel framing machines and assisting senior operators. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn. The position offers hands-on training and a competitive hourly pay rate of $20.00 to $25.00. A commitment to safety protocols and team collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine operation.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior operators with setup and operation of machines.
• Learn basic machine operations, including loading materials.
• Develop skills in reading and interpreting blueprints.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Apprentice Howick Operator is an introductory role focused on learning the fundamentals of operating Howick steel framing machines in a modular home and steel supply production environment. Under close supervision, the Apprentice assists senior operators, develops foundational machine setup and operation skills, and builds basic blueprint/technical drawing literacy while maintaining strict safety compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist senior operators with setup and operation of Howick steel framing machines.
• Learn basic machine operations, including loading materials and monitoring production processes.
• Develop basic skills in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
• Support routine maintenance and cleaning to maintain a safe and efficient workspace.
• Follow safety protocols and company standards; use PPE as required.
• Collaborate with team members to learn production processes and support daily goals.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine operation.
• Strong willingness to learn and follow instructions; attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with machinery or manufacturing environments.
• Coursework in mechanical technology or related fields.
• OSHA-approved forklift certification.

Work Environment / Schedule

• Onsite at Mytikas Industries’s production facility in Florence, Colorado.
• Fast-paced, collaborative environment with hands‑on training and mentorship; PPE required.
• Schedule: 4 days per week, 10‑hour shifts (40 hours total).

What Mytikas Industries Offers

• Competitive hourly pay within the posted range ($20.00–$25.00/hour).
• On-the-job training with growth opportunities into Journey Operator roles based on skill development and business needs.

How to Apply

• Scroll down to “Apply to Job.”
• Under “Upload Resume *”, do one of the following:
  • Drag and drop your resume into the upload box, or
  • Click Upload and select your file
• Make sure your resume file is accepted: PDF/DOC/DOCX/TXT/RTF and under 10MB.
• Fill out the Personal Information section (typically Full Name, Email, Phone, and optionally LinkedIn).
• Complete any Additional Questions (often includes an SMS consent checkbox).
• Click the final Apply button to submit.

Mytikas Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and building a strong local workforce. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Disclaimer: Duties and responsibilities are not a comprehensive list; additional tasks may be assigned and role scope may change based on business demands.