Tool & Die Trainee- Apprentice

Position Summary

The Tool & Die Trainee is responsible for learning and developing the technical skills required in the tool and die trade. The Tool & Die Trainee will learn to operate and support a variety of tool room and production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Is capable of receiving and interpreting verbal instructions, drawings, and blueprints.
• Uses precision hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Learns how to set up and operate tool room machines. Includes lathes, milling machines, drill press, band saw, CNC machines, and grinders.
• Learns to handle and use machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring devices.
• Operates heat-treating furnaces.
• Fabricates new or replacement parts for dies or machines.
• Supports other toolmakers as required.
• Produces prototype parts as required.
• Learns fabrication and troubleshooting repair techniques
• Completes paperwork as required including inspection reports, logs, etc.
• Keeps work area neat, clean, organized, and under control.
• Is responsible for quality and safety of own work and compliance of all company procedures and policies.

Qualifications

• Required: High school education and enrolled in a registered apprenticeship.
• PREFERRED: High school education and enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program with at least 6 months manufacturing experience.

Special Equipment Or Other Requirements

• Must provide own hand tools and toolbox.
• This position requires the individual to handle and transport machine parts or equipment weighing up to approximately fifty pounds.
• This position requires enrollment in an apprenticeship program with Central Community College.

Closing Statement

Competitive Compensation: Hourly pay range for this role is $26.70 - $32.10
Participation in Annual Incentive Program
Benefits And Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
Career development and tuition reimbursement
Additional benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.