Top performer in their current job profile /role. · Have a desire to become a Machinist. · Successfully complete a three week on the jobinterview to be accepted into the apprenticeship. · Good working knowledge of shop math (Algebra,Geometry and Trigonometry). · Fluent in blueprint reading or successfullycomplete blueprint training onsite. · Basic computer skills to log time, or otheronline shop applications. · High School Diploma or GED required. # GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES · Learn to setup and operate CNC Mills and/orLathes or Manual Mills and/or Lathes. · Learn the responsibility of all facets of setupand inspection up to and including first piece inspection. · Maintain high productivity while producingquality parts. · Responsible for in process inspection and StatisticalProcess Control (SPC). · Make corrections as required to maintain qualityand production rates. SPECIFICRESPONSIBILITIES GAINED DURING APPRENTICESHIP · Perform set-up operations using tool sheets,manuscripts, sketches and blueprints. · Read and understand machining drawings. · Perform SPC and maintain all necessary recordsassociated with the parts and machines. · Maintain high productivity, change off sets asnecessary to maintain quality. · Deburr parts during the machine cycle. · Promptly report all tooling or program problemsto group leader or supervisor. · Use shop math in checking parts. · Perform preventive maintenance to the machines. · Maintain the machine within the scope of their ability. · Prove out new setups, read and interpret CNCprogram to recognize and make changes to rectify excessive tool wear and minorprogram oversights. · Read and understand all types of drawingsrequired to machine parts such as castings, forgings, detailed engineeringsketches. · Efficiently use shop math to solve forinformation required to machine and/or inspect machined parts, castings, orforgings. · Assist in the selection of tools, holdingfixtures and methods for producing machined parts. · Builds prototypes interfacing with Engineeringand Programming. · Trains coworkers in a patient and positivemanner. · Identifies new ways to machine parts to improvequality and productivity. · Maintains all paperwork associated withproducing the part and maintaining company records. # GENERAL INFORMATION This job description inno way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. This position is required to follow any otherinstructions and to perform any other duties requested by the supervisor. · Participate in LEAN/KAIZEN events. · Participate in Setup Reduction program · Identify cost savings. · Maintain clean and safe work environment. · Apprenticeship can last from 1.5 to 3 years. # PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Restrictions are limited only by the individuals inabilityto perform essential job duties and where an unsafe condition would result forthe individual or surrounding employees · Required Lifting: 30 Pounds · Must be able to lift vertically from the floorto bench top level · Lifting Frequency: Daily · Frequent standing or sitting for extendedperiods of time. · Frequent lifting of 30 pounds from the floor tobench top level US Citizenship or Resident Alien status is required to support government programs and projects **Primary Location: **North America-North America-United States-FL-New Port Richey **Work Locations: ** **Job: **Manufacturing %26 Operations **Organization: **Leica Biosystems **Schedule: **Full-time