Schaeffler, a global automotive and industrial supplier, is seeking an Apprentice in CNC Machinist for our Fort Mill, SC facility. The apprentice program is Three and a half (3.5) years in length and is comprised of two main components; academic/shop theory studies at York Technical College (YTC) and on-the-job training (OJT) at our facilities located on our Fort Mill campus.
Why become an Apprentice?
Tuition, Books, Tools, and Uniforms are paid for by Schaeffler
Apprentices are paid throughout the entire program
Apprentices receive valuable Classroom and On-The-Job Training and become an internal source for filling key jobs involving new products and technologies
Upon completion of the program, graduating apprentices will receive an Associate Degree in Machine Tool Technology from York Technical College and a Journeyman Certificate from the United States Department of Labor
Key responsibilities include:
Complete 7,000 hours of training, which includes the College Program and on-the-job training in our manufacturing facilities ( production areas, tool room and/or prototype lab ).
OJT is rotational and will include, but is not limited to:
Working in manufacturing areas to gain the ability to know / recognize different types of machining.
Operating stamping presses, which involves using an overhead lift to manipulate rolls of steel into the press
Inspecting parts by using gauges and lab equipment. Must also maintain inspection records
Delivery of parts to required workstations in a timely manner; which requires lifting and operation of hand truck/tugger
Stage/ Stack parts by hand or be able to operate overhead lifts to move parts from the staging area to the loading areas for the heat treat furnace in such a way that there are not any unnecessary gaps or delays in production flow
Assemble product using various types of assembly machinery, which involve standing for long periods of time. (Some machines require standing on a platform, three to four feet above the shop floor). The apprentice will have to be capable of hand loading parts onto the belts of the machines or be able to utilize lift assistance to raise containers. The apprentice will also hand assemble parts while ensuring quality checks are adhered to
Oper ate and control furnaces and auxiliary equipment
Breaking down and cleaning of tooling
Inspect tooling for damage or wear and assist with minor repair.
Assist maintenance technician with install/repair of motors on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic equipment
Must interpret blueprints and use various machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, etc.
Successfully complete, to the Company's specification, courses of study required for the Associates Degree in Machine Tool Technology to include, but not limited to:
Applied Mathematics
Blueprint Reading
Precision Measuring Instruments
Control Circuits
Hydraulics / Pneumatics
Technical Writing
Human Relations
Metric System
OSHA / Safety
Drive Systems & Power Trains
GD&T reading
Manual machining
CNC Theory & Practice
Qualified candidates will have:
High School Diploma or GED
Successfully place into the minimum Math and Reading levels for the Apprenticeship Curriculum via the Compass Placement Test (required for school admission);
Measure mechanical aptitude by taking the Bennett's Mechanical
Ability to move or lift 35 pounds
Schaeffler is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
