Toolroom Machinist Trainee — Entry-Level Precision

Torrey Holistics; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics in Kentwood, MI seeks a Toolroom Machinist Trainee to begin a paid apprenticeship combining shop floor work with company‑paid classroom instruction. You will operate lathes, mills, and grinders under supervision to produce precise parts and learn to read and interpret technical drawings.

The program starts with company classes at Grand Rapids Community College Advanced Technology Center this Fall.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn helpful.
• Introductory knowledge of machining tools/processes is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate lathes, mills, and grinders under supervision to produce precise parts.
• Develop the ability to interpret prints and technical specifications.
• Support experienced machinists with troubleshooting and quality checks.
• Maintain a tidy, safe work area aligned with shop procedures.
• Participate in workshops and training to expand capabilities.
• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance on shop equipment.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve production targets and meet schedules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Why This Apprenticeship?Because you want real skills, real mentorship, and real parts under your name. In Kentwood, MI, our Toolroom Machinist Trainee role blends paid, hands-on experience with structured instruction so you can launch a lasting career in precision manufacturing.Is This You?Curious about how metal parts are made to exact specs?Comfortable around tools and machines—or eager to learn?Proud of clean work, careful measurements, and meeting deadlines?Start Dates and SchoolOur company-paid classes at Grand Rapids Community College Advanced Technology Center start this Fall. You can begin work immediately or start after you complete high school—then transition into the coursework as it kicks off.Curriculum HighlightsSafety; precision measuring & layoutPedestal grinder and tool sharpening; drilling machinesHand tools & benchwork; saw operationsMilling machines; engine lathe; surface grinderBasic CNC programming; Haas CNC mill and Haas CNC latheCAD/CAM/CNCCharmilles EDM; Haas CNC laserBlueprint reading; shop math; GD&TMetallurgy; Machinery’s Handbook; SPCWhat You’ll DoOperate lathes, mills, and grinders under supervision to produce precise parts.Develop the ability to interpret prints and technical specifications.Support experienced machinists with troubleshooting and quality checks.Maintain a tidy, safe work area aligned with shop procedures.Participate in workshops and training to expand your capabilities.Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance on shop equipment.Collaborate with the team to achieve production targets and meet schedules.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.Introductory knowledge of machining tools/processes helpful, not required.ProficiencyHigh School / GEDTake the first step toward becoming a precision machinist—apply today in Kentwood, MI.