CNC Machinist Trainee

What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.
At our Plansee site in Franklin, USA, we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex components—leveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence.
Join a highly motivated team in Franklin, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
Position type: HourlyResponsibilities
- Maintains optimal attendance, positive attitude and is prepared to learn
- Completes classroom work in a timely and accurate manner.
- Aptitude to gain a deep knowledge of CNC Machining.
- Applies classroom learning and self-study while training on the shop floor.
- Work from procedures and prescribed operation sequences to achieve parts per print and quality specification.
- Perform hand rework functions such as deburring, polishing, and part cleaning.
- Practices optimal safety and 6S measures
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Skills
- Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of operating CNC equipment.
- Use of precision measuring instruments (ie. Indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauge) and other tools associated with the machine tool trade.
- Basic complement of hand tools and measuring instruments desirable.
- Strong math skills required.
- High School diploma/GED. 0 to 3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read blueprints preferred.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and meet assigned deadlines.
- High degree of responsibility, punctuality, and positive attitude.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Recruitment Team | usa.careers@plansee.com
Plansee USA LLC