{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8fd30468cb0eb4e423aa3b28","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8fd30468cb0eb4e423aa3b28","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8fd30468cb0eb4e423aa3b28","title":"Manufacturing Apprentice","description":"Job Summary:\r\nThe Manufacturing Apprentice role is a temporary, 16-week learning program designed for individuals aspiring to build a career in aerospace manufacturing. This structured apprenticeship combines classroom instruction and hands-on shop floor training, providing the foundation to potentially advance into a Level 1 CNC Lathe Operator role upon successful completion of the program, if a role is available at the organization at the time of completion.\r\nDuring the program, apprentices will rotate through multiple areas of the facility to gain exposure to essential manufacturing processes, safety practices, and daily operational routines. This immersive experience will prepare participants for the technical, organizational, and teamwork skills required in a high-precision aerospace environment.\r\nThe Manufacturing Apprentice works under the guidance of our CNC Trainer and experienced operators to develop technical skills while contributing to shop floor operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, strong motivation to learn, and a commitment to safety and organization.\r\nThis next co-hort is set to start on October 3rd, 2026.\r\nProgram Highlights:\r\nTemporary position with a fixed 16-week term.\r\nStructured classroom learning and hands-on shop floor training.\r\nExposure to a wide range of manufacturing processes.\r\nPreparation to advance into a Level 1 CNC Lathe Operator role.\r\nEnd date established at the conclusion of the program.\r\nEssential Learning & Job Duties:\r\nThroughout the program, apprentices will learn and practice:\r\nAttending classroom and hands on training sessions with our dedicated trainer(s)\r\nTake classroom style exams/quizzes to ensure understanding of essential manufacturing shop math, language, safety etc.\r\nReturning tools, kits, supplies, material, and consumables to proper inventory after job completion.\r\nPerforming daily cleanliness, organization, topping off fluids, and standardization audits of machining centers.\r\nEmptying chip conveyors and disposing of chips into proper waste streams.\r\nRemoving and cleaning residual debris (oil, chips, contaminants) from work centers and surroundings.\r\nParticipating in inventory checks and stockroom organization tasks.\r\nShadowing senior machine operators during production runs to observe and understand setups.\r\nAssisting facilities team with preventative maintenance of equipment.\r\nSupporting shipping with packaging, labeling, or cycle counts.\r\nEngaging in classroom instruction and hands-on technical learning modules.\r\nMiscellaneous duties as assigned, all with a focus on learning and skill development.\r\nQualifications & Skills:\r\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required.\r\nAbility to perform shop math (fractions/decimals, unit conversions).\r\nComfortable using basic measurement tools such as a tape measure or ruler.\r\nComfortable working around industrial machinery and learning safe practices.\r\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization.\r\nAbility to follow verbal and written instructions in priority order.\r\nDependable, punctual, and committed to learning within a structured program.\r\nAdaptable to new processes and open to continuous improvement.\r\nNote:This is a temporary, structured apprenticeship program with a fixed 16-week duration. Successful participants will have the opportunity to apply for advancement into a Level 1 CNC Lathe Operator role at HORST Engineering following program completion.Physical Demands:Legend\r\nN (Not applicable)\r\nActivity is not applicable to this position\r\nO (Occasionally)\r\nPosition requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hours/day)\r\nF (Frequently)\r\nPosition requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day)\r\nC (Constantly)\r\nPosition requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)Lift/Carry 10-50lbs\r\nF\r\nStand\r\nC\r\nWalk\r\nC\r\nManually manipulate\r\nF\r\nSquat or kneel\r\nF\r\nBend\r\nF\r\nReach above shoulder\r\nFCompensation details:20 Hourly WagePIc32c10b4b5bd-26289-41419093","company":"Horst Engineering Manufacturing","rawCompany":"horst engineering manufacturing","city":"Springfield","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-29T01:07:57.820Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-4041.00","title":"Machinists","slug":"machinists"},{"code":"51-4081.00","title":"Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","slug":"multiple-machine-tool-setters-operators-and-tenders-metal-and-plastic"},{"code":"51-9161.00","title":"Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators","slug":"computer-numerically-controlled-tool-operators"}],"industries":[{"code":"611513","title":"Apprenticeship Training","slug":"apprenticeship-training"},{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Manufacturing Apprentice","description":"Job Summary:\r\nThe Manufacturing Apprentice role is a temporary, 16-week learning program designed for individuals aspiring to build a career in aerospace manufacturing. This structured apprenticeship combines classroom instruction and hands-on shop floor training, providing the foundation to potentially advance into a Level 1 CNC Lathe Operator role upon successful completion of the program, if a role is available at the organization at the time of completion.\r\nDuring the program, apprentices will rotate through multiple areas of the facility to gain exposure to essential manufacturing processes, safety practices, and daily operational routines. This immersive experience will prepare participants for the technical, organizational, and teamwork skills required in a high-precision aerospace environment.\r\nThe Manufacturing Apprentice works under the guidance of our CNC Trainer and experienced operators to develop technical skills while contributing to shop floor operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, strong motivation to learn, and a commitment to safety and organization.\r\nThis next co-hort is set to start on October 3rd, 2026.\r\nProgram Highlights:\r\nTemporary position with a fixed 16-week term.\r\nStructured classroom learning and hands-on shop floor training.\r\nExposure to a wide range of manufacturing processes.\r\nPreparation to advance into a Level 1 CNC Lathe Operator role.\r\nEnd date established at the conclusion of the program.\r\nEssential Learning & Job Duties:\r\nThroughout the program, apprentices will learn and practice:\r\nAttending classroom and hands on training sessions with our dedicated trainer(s)\r\nTake classroom style exams/quizzes to ensure understanding of essential manufacturing shop math, language, safety etc.\r\nReturning tools, kits, supplies, material, and consumables to proper inventory after job completion.\r\nPerforming daily cleanliness, organization, topping off fluids, and standardization audits of machining centers.\r\nEmptying chip conveyors and disposing of chips into proper waste streams.\r\nRemoving and cleaning residual debris (oil, chips, contaminants) from work centers and surroundings.\r\nParticipating in inventory checks and stockroom organization tasks.\r\nShadowing senior machine operators during production runs to observe and understand setups.\r\nAssisting facilities team with preventative maintenance of equipment.\r\nSupporting shipping with packaging, labeling, or cycle counts.\r\nEngaging in classroom instruction and hands-on technical learning modules.\r\nMiscellaneous duties as assigned, all with a focus on learning and skill development.\r\nQualifications & Skills:\r\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required.\r\nAbility to perform shop math (fractions/decimals, unit conversions).\r\nComfortable using basic measurement tools such as a tape measure or ruler.\r\nComfortable working around industrial machinery and learning safe practices.\r\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization.\r\nAbility to follow verbal and written instructions in priority order.\r\nDependable, punctual, and committed to learning within a structured program.\r\nAdaptable to new processes and open to continuous improvement.\r\nNote:This is a temporary, structured apprenticeship program with a fixed 16-week duration. 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