Metal Shop Apprentice

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Full time Manual labor West, Casa Grande, AZ, US

Salary Range: $17.50 To $20.00 Hourly

The Metal Shop Apprentice is an entry-level training position designed to develop the skills necessary for a successful career in metal fabrication and welding. Over a four‑year apprenticeship program, the apprentice will receive hands‑on training in the safe operation of all metal shop machinery, fabrication techniques, and various welding processes. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, the apprentice will gain the knowledge and practical experience required to become a skilled metalworker and welder.

Hourly Pay: $17.50. Competitive wage progression with annual increases of up to $3.00 per hour based on performance and successful completion of apprenticeship milestones.

• Follow detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings
• Utilize machinery such as CNC laser, brake, turret, mill, lathe, manual saw, grinders, welders, and various hand tools
• Retrieve and manufacture components prior to assembly
• Machine, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances
• Produce the required quantity of parts within established time, specifications, and tolerances
• Measure finished parts with tape measure, calipers, angle gauges and fixtures, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications
• Maintain logs and records of units produced, including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces
• Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; perform basic and routine adjustments and maintenance
• Identify out‑of‑tolerance parts
• Read blueprints, use a tape measure, both imperial and metric systems
• Identify parts from blueprint and place the appropriate identification label on the parts
• Grind the visible edge for cosmetics
• Report time and material used on each job daily
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area
• Comply with company policies and procedures

• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Technical capacity

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of on‑the‑job training may be substituted for educational requirements.

• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs and documentation.
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Good communication skills relative to supervisor and other related departments; must read and write in English to fill out daily reports.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions.
• Regularly use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and crouch; and talk or hear.
• Lift, push, pull a minimum of 75 lbs and maximum of 100 lbs.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.

This position is designated as “safety sensitive” pursuant to A.R.S. Sections 23‑493(9) and 23‑493.06(7).

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.