Machinist Apprentice

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies Inc. invites applications for a Machinist Apprentice at the Precision Meso-scale Technology Center in Santa Rosa, CA.

This four-year apprenticeship leads to CTMAA certification, with Keysight covering tuition and books. As an apprentice you will learn machining on Swiss lathes, 3-5 axis mills, and multi-axis machines, work with Journeyman Machinists, and progress through Milling, Turning, Maintenance, Deburr, Tool Grinding, and Metrology while enrolled at Santa Rosa Junior

Qualifications

• Desire to learn advanced machining skills.
• Precision and attention to detail required.
• Positive attitude, flexibility, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a training schedule via online worksheet to track training progress and development requirements.
• Monthly meetings with the Intern Supervisor to review training progress and address development concerns.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Enrollment at Santa Rosa Junior College

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world‑class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award‑winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry‑first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

The Precision Meso‑scale Technology Center (PMTC) is located on Keysight’s campus in Santa Rosa, CA. PMTC provides mechanical solutions that enable the capabilities of Keysight’s leading electronic measurement equipment. As a Machinist Apprentice, you will develop and sustain machining processes utilizing cutting‑edge machine tools such as Swiss Style Lathes, 3 to 5 axis Milling centers and multi‑axis Mill/Turn machines. Working closely with Journeyman Machinists, you will learn all the skills needed to become a certified Journeyman Machinist in the State of California. This position is a Four‑year Apprenticeship to complete the CTMAA program to become a Certified Journeyman Machinist. Keysight Technologies will cover the cost of tuition and any required textbooks for the classes.

Responsibilities

Machinist Apprenticeship Requirements:

The Machinist Apprentice is required to meet all CTMAA standards set by the CTMAA Committee. The Apprentice will report to a Machining Supervisor.

Candidates must be registered at Santa Rosa Junior College and stay enrolled to maintain Apprenticeship employment at Keysight.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a training schedule via online worksheet to track training progress and development requirements. The mentor and supervisor will sign off the completed tasks on the training worksheet. The sign off indicates that the Intern can demonstrate he or she can perform the tasks/functions they have been trained on.
• Meeting with the Intern Supervisor on a monthly basis to review the online training worksheet and discuss any development or training concerns.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Keysight is looking for a highly motivated individual with the desire to learn advanced machining skills. This is a PMTC entry‑level position for Machinist. The ideal candidate has a knack for precision and detail, willingness to learn, and works well as a team member. A positive/can‑do attitude, dedication and flexibility are a must. Candidates selected for this position will have the opportunity to operate precision machining equipment and rotate through several areas of the Machinist trade such as: Milling, Turning, Maintenance, Deburr, Tool Grinding, and Metrology.

Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.