Machinist Apprentice

JOB TITLE / LOCATION :

Machinist Apprentice Santa Ana CA

DESCRIPTION :

The Machinist Apprentice will assist experienced machinists in operating and maintaining manual and CNC machines. This role involves learning machining processes interpreting technical drawings and ensuring precision in manufactured parts while adhering to safety and quality standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB :

• Operate and maintain manual and CNC machines under supervision.
• Assist with machine setup calibration and routine maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints technical drawings and work instructions.
• Measure and inspect parts using precision tools (micrometers calipers gauges).
• Perform basic CNC programming and update machine settings as directed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment following all safety protocols.
• Document work performed and report any issues to lead supervisor or manager.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job function. Management reserves the right to add modify change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION :

EXPERIENCE :

No prior experience is required however 1-2 years in shop environment is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS :

While performing the duties of this job the employee generally works indoors within the office and manufacturing areas. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate or loud. Also the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or to hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen lawful permanent resident green card holders or have refugee or asylee status).

Pay : $22 / hour

At this time we are only considering local candidates.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

Key Skills

Electrical Discharge Machining,Calipers,FANUC,CNC Milling Machine,Machining,Tooling,CNC,CAM Programming,CNC Lathe,Micrometer,Precision Measuring Instruments,Trigonometry

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Manufacturing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1