Machinist Helper Trainee

Modern Machining Solutions Inc; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Machining Solutions Inc is seeking an entry-level Production Trainee to join the shop floor. This trainable role exposes you to multiple areas of operations and prepares you for advancement to skilled production work.

You don't need prior shop experience; you need a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to be trained. Typical duties include sweeping floors, packing finished products, deburring parts, and learning to run a machine under supervision.

Qualifications

• Reliable attendance and punctuality; on-time every day.
• Willingness to learn with hands-on training.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort in manufacturing environment with noise, oils, and coolant.
• Basic English reading and math.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area with sweeping and cleaning.
• Pack, label, and prepare finished parts for shipment per work order specifications.
• Deburr parts using hand tools to meet quality standards.
• Learn to operate production machinery under supervision; progress toward independent run of machines.
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements and lock-out / tag-out rules.
• Inspect parts visually for defects and flag concerns to the lead.
• Support other production team members and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Basic English & math

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Tools

Calipers familiarity

Hand tools basics

Job description

Production Trainee

Position Summary

Modern Machining is hiring an entry-level General Labor team member who is reliable, coachable, and ready to learn. This is a trainable role designed for someone who wants to grow into a skilled production worker. Day-to-day duties will vary across the shop floor, giving you exposure to multiple areas of the operation.

Typical tasks include sweeping floors, packing finished product, deburring parts, and learning to run a machine. The right candidate doesn't need prior shop experience - they need a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the willingness to be trained up.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area - sweeping, removing chips and scrap, and keeping aisles clear.
• Pack, label, and prepare finished parts for shipment per work order specifications.
• Deburr parts using hand tools and benchtop equipment to meet quality standards.
• Learn to operate production machinery under supervision; progress toward independent run of one or more machines.
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements and lock-out / tag-out rules.
• Inspect parts visually for obvious defects and flag concerns to the lead.
• Support other production team members as needed and complete additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Reliable attendance and punctuality - shows up every day, on time.
• Willingness to learn and accept hands-on training and feedback.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment (noise, machinery, oils/coolants).
• Basic English reading and math (measurements, counts, work orders).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Any prior exposure to a shop, warehouse, or production environment.
• Familiarity with hand tools, calipers, or basic measuring instruments.
• Forklift experience (not required).
• Mechanical aptitude or hands-on hobbies (auto, woodworking, fabrication).

Growth Path

This role is designed as a training pipeline. Strong performers can advance from general labor into machine operation, set-up support, and eventually skilled production roles. Modern Machining is investing in someone who wants to build a long-term trade - not just fill a slot.

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