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Job Title: Shop Apprentice – Entry-Level Manufacturing Career
Location: Germantown, WI (20 minutes from Milwaukee)
Schedule: Full-time | Paid Apprenticeship | Career Growth Opportunity
Start your career with your hands, your mind, and a future you can build.
Who This Is For
If you’ve ever said:
- “I’ve always loved working with my hands.”
- “I rebuilt a dirt bike with my dad — just to see if I could.”
- “I’m the one who fixes things around the house.”
- “I learn fast. I just need someone to show me the ropes.”
Then you’ll fit right in. No experience needed — just curiosity, motivation, and a strong work ethic. We’ll teach you the rest.
What You'll Do
As a Shop Apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced toolmakers, machinists, and engineers. You’ll learn real skills in:
- Stamping and toolmaking with high-precision tolerances
- Operating and maintaining machines used in production
- Reading blueprints and interpreting manufacturing drawings
- Inspecting parts and maintaining quality standards
- Problem-solving in real-time shop floor scenarios
You’ll earn while you learn and set the foundation for a stable, high-paying career in modern manufacturing.
Compensation & Career Path
- Competitive starting wage
- Frequent raises as you progress through the program
- Long-term employment with a growing, respected company
Benefits
- Full health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
- Retirement plan with company contributions
- Paid time off and holidays
- Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development
- A culture built on respect, craftsmanship, and family values
What We Look For
- High school diploma or GED
- A natural mechanical mindset (or strong interest in how things work)
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Dependable, respectful, and ready to work as part of a team
- Strong work ethic — this isn’t just a job, it’s a career launchpad
About Gromax Precision
For nearly 50 years, Gromax Precision has been crafting top-tier tooling, dies, and precision components for some of the world’s most innovative manufacturers. We're ISO 9001:2015 certified, ITAR registered, and based right here in Germantown, WI.
We believe in honesty, integrity, and craftsmanship — and we treat our team like family. No corporate fluff. Just real people doing great work.
No Experience? No Problem.
You don’t need a perfect résumé or a list of certifications. We’re looking for people who:
- Show up on time
- Work hard
- Ask questions
- Want to build something better — for themselves and their future
If that’s you, apply today. We'll take care of the training.
Apply now and take the first step toward a hands-on career with a company that invests in you.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20