Entering the machining trade in Traverse City, MI typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. Apprenticeships in the region last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the latest data, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840, and projections indicate a steady job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Traverse City earn an average of $1,600 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $80,000 annually. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
CNC Machinist Job Description Summary/Objective Sets up and operate CNC mill or lathe to perform machining operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Reads process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements. 2. Mounts workpiece between centers, in chuck, or to faceplate. 3. Selects and installs preset tooling in tool posts, turrets or indexing heads, and automatic tool change magazine, in sequence specified on process sheet. 4. Depresses buttons, toggles, and starts machining operation. 5. Observes control panel and compares with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts. 6. Inspects first run piece and spot checks succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications. 7. Studies job packets and organizes materials for next run during automatic controlled cycles to shorten changeover time. 8. Sets tools before positioning them in mill or lathe. 9. Follow weekly schedule to turn jobs to meet shipping deadlines. 10. Maintain machine maintenance and cleanliness, fill out proper checklists. 11. Verify that proper tooling required to do daily tasks is on-hand. Position Requirements 1. Problem solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and develops alternative solutions. 2. Technical skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses, pursues training and development opportunities, strives to continuously build knowledge and skills, and shares expertise with others. 3. Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities and gives and welcomes feedback. 4. Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions, and uses equipment and materials properly. 5. Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction, completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 6. Education and Experience - Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 7. Language Skills – Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintaining instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondences. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. 8. Mathematical Skills – Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry. 9. Computer Skills – Basic computer skills and Epicor Manufacturing software IND-TC Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Evening shift • Monday to Friday • Morning shift • Night shift • No weekends Supplemental Pay: • Overtime pay People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Shift availability: • Day Shift (Preferred) • Night Shift (Preferred) • Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Traverse City, MI 49686 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Traverse City, MI 49686: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>$2000 RETENTION BONUS Participating Employer: MI Tr-Share Child Care Program • Your child cost is reduced by 66% for eligible employees* CNC Machinist Essential Duties / Responsibilities This position is responsible for operating CNC machines and machining centers to fabricate precision parts per engineering specifications. Working knowledge of machining techniques and familiarity with precision measuring tools are required. The ability to read blueprint specifications and check parts for conformance is required. Operators may run more than one unit simultaneously. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Uses tools such as edge finders, indicators, and probes, to find machine work offsets • Runs parts that meet engineering specifications without supervision • Reads, understands and interprets engineering and manufacturing drawings with working knowledge of GD&T • Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and informs the lead person of discrepancies • Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications using standard measuring tools • Learns and can recognize machine deviation versus cutter or holding problems and informs supervisor • Thoroughly inspects first part run with mid to high level of complexity • Meets job standard times consistently and communicates when not in conformance • Ensure part count and data entry is accurate and correct on a consistent basis • Accurately complete and maintain all paperwork • Follows all safety guidelines established by the Company, including proper use of safety equipment and relevant safety procedures • Can solve routine problems and demonstrates some advanced problem-solving ability • Communicates discrepancies, non-conformances, and deviations to supervisor • Other duties as assigned Qualifications: • Excellent and/or correctable vision • Ability to accomplish tasks and follow directions without deviation from procedures • Requires a high school diploma/GED or graduation from a certified technical school • Must be highly motivated and able to work independently with strong attention to detail • 1-2 years of CNC Machining or related experience within the last 5 years preferred • Must be able to use the English language and be able to communicate orally and in writing (basic oral instructions, simple written memos, and instructions) • Must be able to read and interpret drawings, follow routers, use simple math to perform basic calculations, and use essential handheld measuring tools Work Environment: Climate-controlled clean production environment. In this position, you are primarily standing with an option of sitting throughout the shift. Benefits – starts the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment: • Health Insurance • Health Savings Account • Vision Insurance • Dental Insurance • 401(k) with employer contribution • Company-paid Short-term Disability • Company-paid Long-term Disability • Company-paid Life Insurance Benefits – Additional: • Paid Time Off available after 60 days of employment • 401K with employer match after 6-months of employment • Quarterly bonus program Schedule: • 10-hour shifts Monday – Thursday • Fridays are reserved for OT when necessary • 1st Shift 6:00 am – 4:30 pm • 2nd shift 4:15 pm – 2:45 am Employment Criteria: This position includes access or potential access to ITAR technical data. Therefore, candidates will need to qualify as a US Person, which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Due to the requirements of the Customer, No Visa sponsorship is available We are a team-driven Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy or age.
See More Details >>National Vacuum Equipment is now part of the Atlas Copco Group!! BIG COMPANY BENEFITS - SMALL COMPANY WORK ENVIRONMENT Building exceptional equipment. Building exciting futures. • Manufacturing in Traverse City, MI – Made in the USA. • Serving solid, recession proof industries. • Offering highly skilled, highly paid positions. • Creating craftsmen and women in a, learn while you earn environment. NVE will provide all the necessary tools to be successful; candidates will possess a positive attitude, a high mechanical aptitude and desire to be part of a successful team. Candidates must possess the skills necessary to set-up programs; read and understand G, M and Conversational Coding on various mills and lathes from Okuma, Haas, and Mazak manufactures. Primary Responsibilities and Key Qualifications to include, but not limited to: · Read and interpret technical documents and drawings of parts needing to be machined. · Knowledge and ability to read calipers and micrometers and any other measuring device needed to preform job. · Verify measurements of finished product meet specifications using standard measuring tools. · Drill, shape, grind and smooth/polish parts. · Machine setup. · Broad knowledge and understanding of all machining principals. · Experience in using electrical, air and manual tools. · Ability and willingness to follow directions and work independently with a strong attention to detail. · Good verbal and written communication skills. · Positive attitude and the ability to work in a highly motivated team driven environment. Must have reliable transportation. NVE is a US manufacturer of tanker truck equipment for the liquid waste, oil and gas mining and hydro excavation industries. We are proud of the safe clean environment we have created with state-of-the-art equipment and opportunity for advancement. National Vacuum Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state provincial and municiple laws. National Vacuum Equipment, part of the Atlas Copco Group www.NatVac.com Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Vision insurance Schedule: • Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
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