Entering the machining trade in Klamath Falls, OR, often begins with specialized education and training, such as apprenticeships that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last 4-5 years and require extensive training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of around $50,840. In Klamath Falls, machinists can expect to earn an average of $1,586 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $80,640 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and opportunities for advancement in this essential manufacturing field.
Requirements: • One year experience as machinist on lathes and mills • Own hand tools • Pre-employment drug screen Job Duties: • This is working in a job shop • It is a fix and repair machine, hydraulics, prototype work and heavy equipment repair and single point threading • No CNC, must be proficient in math • Other duties as assigned • ** The Jobs for Veterans Act affords priority of service to covered veterans and eligible spouses over non-covered persons for the receipt of employment, training, and placement services. *** Job Type: Full-time Schedule: • Day shift • Monday to Friday Experience: • Machinist: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Columbia Forest Products | Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Columbia Forest Products is North America's largest manufacturer of hardwood plywood and hardwood veneer products. Columbia's decorative interior veneers and panels are used in high-end cabinetry, fine furniture, architectural millwork, and commercial fixtures. We are a leader in sustainable forestry practices and green manufacturing technology. Columbia Forest Products is an employee-owned company that offers competitive pay and a wide array of benefits, including: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance. Our company stands out because of our commitment to our employees. In fact, we have a CFP Foundation dedicated to helping our employees, employees' families, and the local community. Our Core Values we take pride in: Customer Service Above all Else, We Are Family, Share the Success, and Absolute Integrity. Position Purpose: The machinist apprentice assists in machining a variety of parts and makes spare parts to keep the mill operational and running efficiently; efficiency is especially critical in breakdown situations. The machinist apprentice will also maintain all shop equipment in clean and good working order and be a resource to others. All work is to be done in a safe, professional manner. Key Responsibilities: • Perform work in a safe and expeditious manner. • Report any unsafe conditions/practices. • Handle projects with little or no supervision. • Report any repairs needed beyond capabilities to his/her Shift Lead Machinist, Maintenance Supervisor. • Machine all parts to get them up and running; breakdown situations are fast-paced, but must be handled in a safe manner. • Support company safety, lean, and gain sharing principles through involvement in tailgate meetings, problem-solving sessions, safety observations, daily contacts, etc. • Perform other duties as assigned. • Timely and consistent attendance is a requirement. • Employees are expected to perform their duties as outlined by their immediate Manager, subject to change based on mill needs.Work Environment/Physical Demands: • Most work is done indoors in the maintenance shop, but must work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments under all conditions (heat, cold, noise, dust, and rain/snow). • Must work in awkward positions. • Endurance-Moving about: Medium work, requires frequent walking throughout the shop and occasional walking around mill, including climbing of steps/ladders. • Endurance-Overall strength: Heavy work, requires occasional to frequent use of hands, arms, feet, knees, and legs to drive forklifts and other equipment, including twisting/turning of neck and upper body to see all around forklift during operation; frequent pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying of heavy machine parts and other objects. Objects frequently weigh up to 50 lbs., but must get help handling objects that are heavy (over 50 lbs.) and/or awkward. • Sitting: Rarely (1 hour/week) remains in seated position to prepare for meetings or perform other paperwork. • Walking: Frequently moves about on foot, especially around the shop. • Standing: Continuously remains on feet in upright position for most of the work shift. • Bending/Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching: Frequently bends body downward/upward or extends spine forward/backward.Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent required. • Must have basic mechanical knowledge. • Must have developed a good awareness of cause and effect of his/her actions. • Must be able to work overtime and during off-shift hours/days as needed to keep the mill running efficiently.#J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>ABOUT Navy ships are constantly crossing the ocean, traveling hundreds of thousands of miles to the shores of every continent on Earth. As a Machinist’s Mate, you help ensure your ship arrives safely by maintaining the propulsion and auxiliary systems that get the crew in place for the mission. Your experience will include work across every inch of the ship, so whether you’re repairing a steam turbine or adjusting an aircraft elevator, you can expect to gain thorough working knowledge of all things mechanical on ships like cruisers and destroyers. The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Machinist’s Mates (MM) are responsible for operating and maintaining ship propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment and outside machinery. Specifically, your job responsibilities as an MM may include: • Aligning piping systems for oil, water, air and steam • Operating ship boilers and steam turbines used for ship propulsion • Operating turbo generators used to produce electrical power • Cleaning, adjusting, testing and maintaining boilers, engines, generators • Maintaining auxiliary machinery including steering engines, elevators, winches, pumps and valves • Operating and maintaining water desalination plants • Maintaining refrigeration plants, air conditioning systems and galley equipment • Repairing valves, pumps, heat exchangers, compressors, steam turbines and hydraulic and pneumatic devices • Creating and analyzing machinery operating reports and records PAY & BENEFITS When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important – and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the- art training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more. In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives: • Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend • Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career • Educational assistance • Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family • VA guaranteed home loans • Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insurance • Travel opportunities • Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill • Retirement after 20 qualifying years • TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL). QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • U.S. citizen or equivalent • High school graduate or equivalent • 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Navy. The application is for a specific position within the Navy. WORK ENVIRONMENT Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Retirement plan Work Location: On the road
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