Shop Apprentice

Da/PRO Rubber, Inc.; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Da/PRO Rubber, Inc. is seeking a motivated Tooling Shop Apprentice eager to learn machine shop operations and manufacturing processes. You will assist machinists with setup, load and unload materials, and measure parts with calipers and micrometers while helping maintain a clean, safe work area.

You will also learn to read blueprints, operate basic machine tools, perform quality inspections, and collaborate with team members to meet production goals through hands‑on training.

Qualifications

• Must have strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Teamwork.
• Safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist machinists with machine setup and operation.
• Load and unload materials and finished parts.
• Measure and inspect parts using basic measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow shop safety procedures and company policies.
• Learn to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.
• Complete tasks accurately while developing machining skills through hands‑on training.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Basic math skills

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Motivated and dependable TOOLING Shop Apprentice eager to learn machine shop operations and manufacturing processes. Assists experienced machinists with setting up equipment, preparing materials, measuring parts, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn, follows instructions carefully, and develops skills in operating machine tools, reading blueprints, using precision measuring instruments, and performing quality inspections. Committed to producing accurate work while following all workplace safety procedures.

SHOP APPRENTICE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist machinists with machine setup and operation.
• Load and unload materials and finished parts.
• Measure and inspect parts using basic measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow shop safety procedures and company policies.
• Learn to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.
• Complete tasks accurately while developing machining skills through hands‑on training.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn
• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic math skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Teamwork
• Safety awareness

Physical Requirements:

Occasionally: sit, push/pull up to 50 lbs., reach above shoulder with both hands, lift/carry 10-50 lbs.

Frequently: walk, lift upward with both arms outstretched, count and calculate, communicate details.

Constantly: stand, reach outward with both hands, lift/carry up to 50 lbs., handle/finger, wrist and elbow flexion, rotation and articulation.

Other: Near point non-color vision, sense of touch, tolerance for temperature in a non-controlled environment.