Paid Apprentice Machinist – Hands-on CNC Training

NN, Inc - USA; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

NN, Inc - USA in Kentwood, MI is seeking an Apprentice Machinist to begin a career in precision machining. You’ll receive classroom and hands-on training with mentorship from experienced machinists, learning to read drawings, operate lathes, mills, and grinders, while maintaining safety and quality.

The program combines paid company classes at Grand Rapids Community College Advanced Tech Center starting January 2027 with on-site work, evolving from evening classes to day classes, and progress

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Technical training in machining is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and basic understanding of machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Read and interpret technical drawings to produce parts.
• Support machinists and maintain clean, safe work area.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Collaborate to meet production goals and deadlines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Reading technical drawings

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Machining tools

Job description

NN, Inc - USA in Kentwood, MI is seeking an Apprentice Machinist to begin a career in precision machining. You’ll receive classroom and hands-on training with mentorship from experienced machinists, learning to read drawings, operate lathes, mills, and grinders, while maintaining safety and quality.

The program combines paid company classes at Grand Rapids Community College Advanced Tech Center starting January 2027 with on-site work, evolving from evening classes to day classes, and progress