Machinist Intern

Wipaire Inc

South Saint Paul, MN

Internship

Job Description
Summary:
The Machinist Intern will work with our team to program, set up and operate a variety of CNC and manual machine shop equipment types to produce precision parts to meet Wipaire and industry standards, and to meet all regulatory requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

As an intern, you will work closely with other machinists on the responsibilities listed below:

Perform machining operations on machining centers (manual, vertical and lathe CNC), primarily working with aluminum and some steel in a low volume high mix environment.
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
Machine parts to specifications using all available and specialized equipment.
Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process and alert Machine Shop Supervisor to any equipment issues.
Suggest improvements to tools, tooling, and processes to maximize quality and efficiency.
Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
Read and understand engineering drawings
Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers, indicators, and calipers.

Experience and Skills
Qualifications/knowledge, skills, abilities:

Working towards or holds a degree in Machining.
Able to read blueprints.
Able to maintain high quality standards and attention to detail in all facets of the work.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Able to use critical thinking, logic, and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Able to conduct tests and inspections of products to evaluate quality or performance.
Hear, speak, and effectively verbally communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions, in order to communicate with people inside and outside the organization.
Apply manual dexterity for hand tools and power equipment use.
Move around the plant area repeatedly throughout the day; stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Please apply online at http://www.wipaire.com/careers or e-mail resume to: hr@wipaire.com. No calls or walk-ins please. Wipaire is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Women, minorities, the disabled and veterans are encouraged to apply.