CNC Apprentice: Hands-On Tooling for Auto Innovation

Standex; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Certifications

Growth opportunities

Modern facility

Job summary

Standex in Maumee, Ohio, offers a co-op/apprenticeship path in CNC machining. You will learn to operate CNC milling and turning machines, read blueprints, and inspect parts in a safety‑driven, training‑focused environment.

You'll progress through structured training, gain hands-on experience with tooling and machines, and advance toward roles in setup, programming, or supervision within a modern manufacturing facility.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of CNC machining experience with milling/turning preferred but not required
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments
• Mechanical aptitude and a basic understanding of shop mathematics
• Strong work ethic, dependable attendance, and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate CNC milling and turning machines to produce precision tooling components per detailed work instructions
• Load materials and tooling into CNC machines and verify setups meet job specs
• Learn to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and work instructions
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Work alongside CNC programmers, machinists, and engineers to ensure quality, accuracy, and on-time production
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and perform routine machine maintenance
• Monitor, document, and communicate production and quality information accurately
• Assist with troubleshooting minor machine, tooling, or quality issues under guidance of experienced team members
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to team performance
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
• Progress through structured co-op or apprenticeship program by completing required training and milestones
• Adhere to program guidelines and performance expectations while developing CNC machining knowledge

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Mastercam exposure

Job description

Standex in Maumee, Ohio, offers a co-op/apprenticeship path in CNC machining. You will learn to operate CNC milling and turning machines, read blueprints, and inspect parts in a safety‑driven, training‑focused environment.

You'll progress through structured training, gain hands-on experience with tooling and machines, and advance toward roles in setup, programming, or supervision within a modern manufacturing facility.