Gage and Fixture Builder Apprentice - Grand Rapids, United States - Ultimate Gaging Systems

    Ultimate Gaging Systems
    Ultimate Gaging Systems Grand Rapids, United States

    1 month ago

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    Job title: Gage and Fixture Builder Apprentice

    Reports to: Foreman

    Supervisory responsibilities: None.

    Summary/objective: Ultimate Gaging Systems (UGS) is looking for a Gage and Fixture Builder Apprentice to add to their team This position includes Apprenticeship provided college courses. The ideal candidate would have basic machine shop experience, good work ethic, and the ability to stay focused on tasks.

    Essential functions:

    • Attend and successfully complete all required apprenticeship classes
    • Learn and successfully demonstrate ability to operate all required machines, tools, and equipment
    • Machine details using bridge ports and saws
    • Perform precision grinding
    • Drive company truck (regular license – no CDL needed)
    • Assist with shipping and receiving
    • Assist with fixture assembly
    • Follow all safety rules and report unsafe work conditions to management
    • Keep work area clean
    • Regularly attend work during scheduled work hours
    • Perform other job functions as required

    Required competency, education, and experience:

    • Candidate must have high school diploma/GED
    • Candidate must be 18 years of age or older
    • Candidate must have valid driver's license
    • Candidate must work well with others
    • Candidate must be able to take direction from others
    • Candidate must be strong in math

    Preferred education and experience:

    · Experience in GDT, Welding, Shop Machining, and CAD a plus

    Additional eligibility qualifications: None.

    Work environment: Manufacturing environment.

    Physical Demands:

    • Ability to use all limbs
    • Ability to lift and move up to 20 pounds
    • Ability to receive and carry-out both oral and written instructions safely and efficiently
    • Ability to read, write, and speak English
    • Ability to wear required PPE

    Position type and expected hours of work: Full time. Shifts and schedules vary.

    Travel: None.

    Compensation/Benefits: UGS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes competitive pay, dental insurance, vision insurance, health insurance, short term disability, long term disability, company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, education reimbursement, paid vacation and holidays, and flex spending.

    Other duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

    UGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UGS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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