Apprentice Precision Machining Technician — Multi‑Spindle/Swiss

100Hires, Inc.; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Autocam (NN, Inc.) in Kentwood, MI, offers a Screw Machine Academy to develop a production-ready technician. You will support Tornos multi-spindle machines, perform adjustments, and uphold strict quality standards in a hands-on environment.

The program emphasizes core machine components, preventive maintenance, and throughfeed throughput, with initial day-shift training and a night-shift schedule thereafter.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and willingness to work hands-on.
• High school diploma or GED required; machining education is a plus.
• Experience or interest in automotive repair or shop math is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Support Tornos multi‑spindle/Swiss screw machines on Kentwood team.
• Assist with tool changes, slide adjustments, and precision setups.
• Identify quality defects and apply corrective actions.
• Maintain proper bar stock and restock to sustain throughput.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Hands-on

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/machining education a plus

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Grow with a global precision manufacturerJoin Autocam (NN, Inc.) and build a career crafting high-performance precision components. We are a global, diversified industrial manufacturer with 23 facilities and more than 3,200 employees dedicated to innovation and quality.Role highlightsEnroll in our Screw Machine Academy to develop into a production-ready technician.Support Tornos multi‑spindle/Swiss screw machines on our Kentwood, MI team.Practice safe, accurate adjustments and uphold rigorous quality standards.Academy curriculumCore Tornos machine components and end‑to‑end operation.Operator controls and essential preventive maintenance.Bar stock prep and restocking to sustain throughput.Identifying causes of quality defects and corrective actions.Tool changes and slide adjustments for precision.Shaving, roller supports, and floating holder techniques.Collet and pusher care; replacing cutoff tools effectively.Adjusting pickoff and cutoff settings for performance.ScheduleInitial training: Day shift for 4–6 weeks.Ongoing schedule: Night shift, 8:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. (approximately 50 hours/week).Minimum qualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical/machining education is a plus.Successful completion of an onsite mechanical aptitude test.Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, strong attention to detail, and desire for hands‑on work.Helpful prior experienceAutomotive RepairBrakesOil ChangesTire ServiceDrywall InstallationManual Machining SkillsHigh School / GEDShop Math SkillsExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentFor positions requiring access to technical data, NN, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.Where you’ll workKentwood, MIWhy AutocamStructured training that accelerates your development.Hands‑on mentorship with experienced machinists.Meaningful work producing precision parts that matter.