Machinist Apprentice/Shop Hand

SHOP TECHNICIAN / APPRENTICE MACHINIST

• Looking for steady FULL-TIME work in Wake Forest?
• 1st Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM M-F
• Like working with your hands and staying busy?
• Medical & Dental Benefits Available
• Join a stable company that has been in business for over 40 years

What You'll Be Doing

• Clean and prepare parts for inspection and repair
• Sandblast parts to remove rust, grease, and other contaminants
• Cut, burn, and remove wire from equipment as part of the repair process
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools to measure and record part dimensions during tear-down
• Assist with repairing and manufacturing parts using conventional machine shop equipment
• Help maintain shop tools, machines, and a safe work environment
• Assist other departments as needed with production and material handling tasks
• Paint equipment and tools as needed
• Keep work areas clean by sweeping floors and removing oil and grease buildup
• Perform general shop and facility maintenance, including light upkeep around the building
• Remove and properly dispose of scrap and waste materials

What We're Looking For

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers or micrometers is a plus
• Previous machine shop, manufacturing, maintenance, automotive, or industrial experience preferred
• Able to lift parts, stay on your feet, and work in a hands-on shop environment
• Reliable and safety-minded with a strong work ethic