General Machinist Trainee

Honeywell; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for a General Machinist Trainee position. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in operating machinery and manufacturing precision metal parts. The comprehensive training program includes 9 months of classroom instruction followed by 3 months of practical training. Successful trainees will earn a machining certificate and have the chance to transition into a General Machinist role. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety, teamwork, and strong work ethics, and take the first step towards a rewarding career in manufacturing.

Benefits

Relocation Available

Hands-on learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of Machine Tool Technology courses by May 31, 2025.
• Ability to work any shift and obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Attend 9-month general machinist training followed by 3-month on-the-job training.
• Operate machines to produce metal parts and inspect for accuracy.

Skills

Technical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Machine Tool Technology courses

Tools

CNC equipment

Lathes

Mills

Measuring instruments

Job description

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Summary

General Machinist Trainee will be enrolled in a training program to equip individuals with the skills to operate machinery and manufacture precision metal parts, often involving hands-on training in manual and CNC machining techniques. The trainee program will consist of 9 months of classroom training and 3 months of on-the-job machining training. At the conclusion of the program, all trainees are eligible to receive a machining certificate. Upon receiving a certificate, trainees must successfully pass a machinist assessment and will be converted to a General Machinist position.

Duties And Responsibilities

1. Attend 9-month general machinist classroom training followed by 3-month on-the-job training. Successful trainees will obtain a certificate in machining at the completion of the program. Upon receiving a certificate, trainees must successfully pass a machinist assessment and will be converted to a General Machinist.
2. Operate various machines such as lathes, mills, and CNC equipment to produce metal parts.
3. Interpret blueprints and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
4. Program and set up CNC lathes and mills.
5. Demonstrate safety protocols and proper handling of machinery and tools.
6. Inspect parts for accuracy and quality.
7. Understand properties of different metals and their reaction to machining processes.
8. Apply Lean Manufacturing Principles to improve efficiency and quality.
9. Secure parts properly during machining using work holding principles.
10. Edit machine language as needed.
11. Utilize holding devices, jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, and cutting tools.
12. Work from prints and use necessary tools, fixtures, and gauges.
13. Check produced parts for standards and perform rework and in-process inspections.

You Must Have

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain US DOE Q level security clearance
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work any shift
• Completion of Machine Tool Technology courses from local High Schools or Vocational Tech Programs by May 31, 2025

We Value

• Hands-on learning
• Technical skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Safety consciousness
• Teamwork
• Open communication

This job description is not all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned.

Honeywell FM&T is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

Additional Information

• JOB ID: 2725
• Remote Eligibility: Hybrid
• Travel Required: 0-10%
• Hourly/Salary: Hourly
• Relocation Available: Yes

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing