Apprentice Machinist (CNC)

Humanetics Safety is the pioneer of safety systems used across the automotive, aerospace, defense and transport sectors. It is the market leader in the design and manufacture of the iconic crash test dummies, the world most biofidelic anthropomorphic test devices, and a leader in Active Safety test solutions, crash test equipment and calibration platforms that are used to ensure humans are protected at moments of need. Our hardware devices have exact match digital twins and integrated software platforms that provide customers with powerful solutions to maximize the productivity of their crash test programs. Protecting humans in a world in perpetual motion.

Role Purpose:
A machinist apprentice assists with the setup and operation of a computer numerical control (CNC) machine alongside an experienced machinist. Maintains safety and quality standards, keeps proper documentation, and maintains equipment and supplies to support Humanetics’ business goals and objectives.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Reads part blueprints and part documentation to understand machining parameters and program; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Operates machine by loading and unloading parts and/or raw material and utilizing machine control panel.
• Adjusts tools attachments as needed to maintain part quality and productivity.
• Maintains specifications by observing operations, taking measurements, detecting malfunctions, troubleshooting processes, replacing worn tools, adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures, and regulations.
• Documented actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical publications.

The job criteria may include other duties, responsibilities and activities, which may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands:

• Required to stand for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally required to bend (sandblasting).
• Adequate dexterity for using various hand tools.
• Ability to install and uninstall tools, parts, and fixtures from machines.
• Visual acuity to read directions and prints, and to inspect parts closely to ensure they meet specifications.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and supervisors.
• Physical strength to lift and carry 35 pounds occasionally.

Supervision: None

Customer Focus: This is a highly visible position with a critical impact on the company’s future. Internal and external contacts include all levels of employees within the company, division management, consultants, and other professional business contacts within the industry. External contacts are key to the effective execution of the objectives of the company. Frequently these interactions will involve extremely complex, emotional and sensitive issues. Success in this area is vital for the development of the existing and future business.

Critical Competencies:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

At Humanetics, privacy and information security is a critical feature of our corporate culture and is the responsibility of all employees.

Humanetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer