Precision Machining Trainee

NN Inc.; Kentwood (MI); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company-paid classroom track

Partnership with Grand RapidsCommunity

Descripción de la vacante

NN Inc. in Kentwood, MI offers a Precision Machining Trainee apprenticeship blending hands-on production work with structured classroom learning through Grand Rapids Community College’s Advanced Technology Center.

Start dates January 2027 with company-paid classroom track and ongoing training to build confidence at the machine. You will set up and operate manual and CNC equipment, interpret blueprints, troubleshoot dimensional drift, maintain safety, and collaborate with a team to hit production

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent; machining coursework is a plus.
• Mechanical curiosity and a strong desire to learn.
• Familiarity with basic machining concepts and tools is helpful.

Responsabilidades

• Operate manual and CNC equipment (lathes, mills, surface grinders) under guidance.
• Interpret blueprints and specifications to produce accurate parts.
• Assist experienced machinists with problem-solving and process improvements.
• Maintain a safe, organized workstation and follow safety procedures.
• Participate in ongoing training sessions and skills workshops.
• Perform routine equipment checks and preventative maintenance.
• Work with teammates to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Check parts with precision tools and document results.

Conocimientos

Mechanical curiosity

Willingness to learn

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical machining coursework (a plus)

Herramientas

Basic machining tools

Descripción del empleo

Precision Machining Trainee — Kentwood, MIStep into a shop where precision is the language and mentorship is the mindset. In Kentwood, MI, you’ll launch your machining career surrounded by seasoned professionals who will guide you from first setup to finished part. This apprenticeship blends real production work with structured classroom learning so you build confidence at the machine and competence in the craft.A day in your apprenticeshipYou clock in, review prints with an experienced machinist, and decide the best way to hold and cut. You’ll set up and operate manual and CNC equipment—lathes, mills, and grinders—checking parts with precision tools and documenting results. You’ll pitch in to troubleshoot when a dimension drifts, keep your work area clean and safe, perform routine machine inspections, and collaborate with the team to hit schedule targets. Between shifts, you’ll join training huddles and workshops to sharpen your technique.On-the-job responsibilitiesOperate a range of machining equipment (lathes, mills, surface grinders) under guidance.Interpret blueprints and specifications to produce accurate parts.Assist experienced machinists with problem-solving and process improvements.Maintain a safe, organized workstation and follow all safety procedures.Participate in ongoing training sessions and skills workshops.Perform routine equipment checks and preventative maintenance.Work with teammates to meet production goals and deadlines.Apprenticeship classroom track (company-paid)Formal coursework is provided through Grand Rapids Community College’s Advanced Technology Center. You can begin working immediately, and classes start in January 2027.January: Monday evening classes, approximately 6:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.May: Transition to daytime Thursday classes, approximately 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.August: Move to every Friday class, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with program graduation the following fall.What you’ll master in classSafetyPrecision Measuring and LayoutPedestal Grinder/Tool SharpeningDrilling MachinesHand Tools and BenchworkSaw OperationsMilling MachinesEngine LatheSurface GrinderBasic CNC ProgrammingHaas CNC MillHaas CNC LatheCAD/CAM/CNCCharmilles EDMHaas CNC LaserBlueprint ReadingShop MathGD&TMetallurgyMachinery’s HandbookSPCWhat you bringHigh school diploma or equivalent (technical machining coursework is a plus).Mechanical curiosity and a strong desire to learn.Familiarity with basic machining concepts and tools is helpful, but not required.If you’re meticulous, motivated, and eager to build a high-demand skillset, we’d love to meet you.