Apprentice Machinist

Triumph Group; Macomb Township (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Triumph Group in Michigan seeks an Apprentice Machinist to learn on manual and CNC lathes and mills, producing aerospace parts to tight tolerances. You will work with precision tools and read sketches, developing shop math and quality practices under supervision.

This apprenticeship emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with hands-on training and opportunities to advance as you gain experience in setup, measuring, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• U.S. Citizenship status required.
• Strong mathematical and mechanical skills.
• Detail oriented with good time management.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of technical functions and computer skills.
• Ability to work in a team or independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Trained in manual and CNC lathes, mills, and basic hand tools.
• Sets up and operates machine tools to manufacture aerospace parts from sketches.
• Uses precision measuring instruments and performs shop computations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Mechanical skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Blueprint reading

Technical functions

Computer skills

Team player

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Triumph Group

Apprentice Machinist

Job Summary

Machinists Apprentices are expected to operate a variety of machine tools to exacting tolerances and dimensions. This includes using a variety of tools and measuring devices that monitor and verify quality of parts. Learn to work to strict safety and quality requirements, help to achieve daily production requirements in terms of quality and quantity, optimizing efficiency and maintaining operational excellence.

Duties/Responsibilities

• The apprentice will be trained in manufacturing machining functions during this period utilizing manual/CNC lathes, mills, basic hand tools.


• Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, hobs, and precision grinders to make aerospace parts to sketch.


• Uses a variety of machinists hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED


• U.S. Citizenship status required


• Mathematical Skills


• Mechanical Skills


• Detail Oriented


• Time Management Skills


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints


• Knowledge of technical functions


• Knowledge of computer skills


• Ability to work well within a team as well as individually


• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds (4 inches to 25 inches)


• Capable of pushing or pulling a weight of 60 pounds


• A grip strength of at least 50 pounds


• Able to reach above the shoulder (65 inches).

Triumph Group and all its divisions and subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. Triumph Group provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

An Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).