Machinist Apprenticeship

The Machinist Apprenticeship will prepare you to have the necessary skills to set up and operate conventional and special purpose machining centers to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts. The apprenticeship will conclude at the completion of two years, successful completion of the program will result in an offer of full-time regular employment.

Nature and Scope:

The Machinist Apprentice will work with the ATC apprentice instructor and Business Unit Manager. This position will utilize hands on experience in the ATC machine shop along with 150 hours of academic instruction for the first year.

Essential Job Functions gained during apprenticeship:

• Analyze drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances
• Set and control machine factors.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, and accessories.
• Machine and grind parts to specification.
• Verify conformance of parts to specification using precision measuring instruments.
• Operate conventional machining centers.
• Heat treat machined parts on occasion.

Physical Demands:

Work in standing position continuously
Walk, push, pull, reach overhead, bend to floor
Exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally
Exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently
Exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

VISUAL ACUITY: Near acuity with or without accommodation

HEARING ABILITY: Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify or diagnose

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• High noise levels from operation machines
• Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts Breathing fumes, dust and mist
• Skin exposure to oil and fluids

Miscellaneous Qualifications

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Operate efficiently in a team environment and individually
• Positive professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to think clearly, quickly and make concise decisions with strong problem solving and math skills.
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• The ability to predictably and regularly attend work and to be punctual.
• The ability to work cooperatively with others.
• The ability to deal politely and professionally with coworkers.
• The ability to perform several tasks at once.
• The ability to follow direction or instruction.
• The ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
• Work as a member of the Tooling and Fabrication team.
• Receive work assignments from the apprentice instructor.
• Other duties as assigned by apprentice instructor/manager.

Minimum Qualifications

A. Education

• High School diploma

Preferred Qualifications

A. Education or Experience

• Machine Tool Class experience
• Vo-Tech Machinist experience

B. Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to speak effectively.

C. Technical Skills

• Mathematical skills.
• Ability to use and read precision measurement instruments

D. Other Skills

• Ability to effectively plan and organize.
• Ability to work under pressure and maximize efficiency.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This job description is subject to change, but remains in effect until superseded or canceled in writing by Human Resources.

ATC Automation and Robotics will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER.

ATC Automation is the Automation segment of TASI Group. The TASI Group of Companies is comprised of four technologically advanced Strategic Business Segments commonly linked by a disciplined focus on Product Integrity, Package Integrity, Automation and Flow. Each TASI company delivers world-class products and services, focusing on our global customer needs in diverse market segments. TASI has served several thousand global customers over the years and enjoys a very high rate of repeat customers, many of which are Blue Chip Global Companies. Major Markets include: Automotive, Medical Devices, Life Science, Pharmaceutical, Packaging, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods and General Industrial Equipment.

ATC Automation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.