Maintenance Apprentice

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Apprentice program provides a unique opportunity for Apprentices to learn the skills associated with becoming a Maintenance Technician through a combination of On-the-Job Training and related classroom instruction.

To successfully complete the Maintenance Apprentice program, Apprentices must agree to the terms of the program, and complete apprenticeship training which includes both classroom and on the job training.

Essential Job Functions:

Sequentially and successfully develop skills reflective of the requirements of a Maintenance Technician. These skills include, but are not limited to:

• Follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

• Assist in the preventive and corrective maintenance of CNC machines, including mills, lathes, and multi-axis machining centers.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Learn to diagnose alarms, faults, and failure modes using service manuals and diagnostic tools.
• Help perform machine alignments, lubrication, filter changes, and component replacements.
• Observe and assist with repairs to spindles, servos, drives, motors, and control systems (Fanuc, Haas, Siemens, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records of work performed using the company's CMMS (e.g., MaintainX).
• Clean and organize tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with 5S and safety standards.
• Participate in on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and safety programs as required.
• Communicate effectively with technicians, machine operators, and supervisors.

Successfully meet education requirements including, but not limited to:

• Complete Stark State College enrollment Compass test
• Maintain a C (or equivalent) average or higher in each class
• Travel to, and attend classroom training at Stark State College
• Complete related classroom reading, assignments, projects, tests, and any other coursework assigned by Stark State

• Successfully complete Internal Training (On the Job Training) requirements as defined by National Machine Group.

Additional Duties:

• Provide support for Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, companywide.
• Other duties, reporting, special assignments or projects as needed and assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and personal growth
• Willing and able to work flexible hours and shifts to meet training requirements and needs
• Prior continuous employment that demonstrates a commitment to sustained employment
• Physical Requirements include ability to stand for long periods of time, walk between workstations, and lift up to 40 lbs. repeatedly
• Must be willing to submit to and satisfactorily pass any pre-employment screening required for employment with NMG Aerospace (i.e., drug screen, background check, eye exam, hearing exam, etc.) and any subsequent testing required for the position during employment
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50 percent of the time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office or shop floor to access work supplies, tools, machinery, etc.

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Apprentices must travel to, and attend classroom training at Stark State College and successfully complete related classroom assignments with a grade of C (or equivalent) or above