Machinist Apprentice Night shift

Location: Rockledge, FL Job Id: 300 # of Openings: 1 Job Summary / Objective The Machinist Apprentice I supports the CNC machining team by assisting with setup, material handling, basic machining tasks, and part inspections while learning the technical skills required to become a CNC Operator. This is a hands‑on developmental role intended to grow into a fully capable CNC Machinist over time. Essential Job Functions and Duties Prepare material and parts to support machinists. Operate and assist with water jet and saw equipment for cutting and preparing raw materials. Manual drilling and tapping of parts. Utilize calipers and gauges to ensure quality parts. Wash, record, and put away parts. Cleans machines and work areas. Help load and unload machines. Willing to take on challenges with a "can‑do" attitude. High level of initiative, strong sense of responsibility, ownership, follow‑through, and autonomy. Desire to work collaboratively as a team player as needed to complete projects. Assist in machining adjustments and operational improvements. Ability to learn to maintain and perform preventive maintenance on machines and related systems. Knowledge of various hand tools, electric drills, drill press, grinders, files, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments. Maintains a clean, organized and safe workspace. Other duties as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Qualifications Basic mechanical aptitude and desire to learn machining. Ability to follow directions and written work instructions. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Effective communication and teamwork skills. Willingness to learn shop math, measurement, and blueprint reading. Positive, reliable, and self‑motivated work ethic. Preferred Education and Experience High School education or equivalent. Minimum 1 Year experience as Forklift Operator (Must go through Roswell Training Forklift Certification). Minimum 1–2 Years experience working in a machine shop or manufacturing facility. Additional Eligibility Requirements Post‑offer background check and drug screening may be required. Occasional overtime may be required at times on other shifts or weekends depending on manufacturing needs. Physical Requirements Regularly stand, walk, climb, or balance, and stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Regularly possess manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately. Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Safety glasses must be worn in certain areas. Safety shoes must be worn in the machine shop and manufacturing areas. #J-18808-Ljbffr Roswell Marine