About the role#
As a Co-Op Machinist Trainee at Aerotech, you will work in a production environment to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts. You will gain hands-on experience by operating both manual and CNC milling machines.
What you'll do#
- Study blueprints, drawings, manuals, and sample parts to determine dimensions and setup requirements.
- Set up and operate manual milling machines.
- Program, set up, and operate NC controlled milling machines.
- Select and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, and materials on machine tools.
- Calculate machining factors like speed, feed, and depth of cut.
- Enter commands to retrieve or edit computerized machine control media.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an approved vocational-technical school in the Greater Pittsburgh area.
- Good academic standing at your school.
- Minimum age of 16 years old.
- A valid work permit if you are under 18.
- Reliable transportation.
- Authorization to work in the US now and in the future without employer sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- The position is part-time and on-site.
- This is a paid co-op opportunity.
About Aerotech, Inc.
Aerotech, Inc. designs and manufactures motion control and precision positioning systems. The company serves sectors including medical devices, semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, and research institutions. Founded in 1970, it maintains its headquarters and manufacturing facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company employs 766 people and operates through subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, Germany, Singapore, Taiwan, and China.
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