Manufacturing Apprentice
Company: HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The Manufacturing
Apprentice role is a temporary, 16-week learning program designed
for individuals aspiring to build a career in aerospace
manufacturing. This structured apprenticeship combines classroom
instruction and hands-on shop floor training, providing the
foundation to potentially advance into a Level 1 CNC Swiss Operator
role upon successful completion of the program, if a role is
available at the organization at the time of completion. During the
program, apprentices will rotate through multiple areas of the
facility to gain exposure to essential manufacturing processes,
safety practices, and daily operational routines. This immersive
experience will prepare participants for the technical,
organizational, and teamwork skills required in a high-precision
aerospace environment. The Manufacturing Apprentice works under the
guidance of our CNC Trainer and experienced operators to develop
technical skills while contributing to shop floor operations. The
ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, strong motivation
to learn, and a commitment to safety and organization. Program
Highlights: Temporary position with a fixed 16-week term.
Structured classroom learning and hands-on shop floor training.
Exposure to a wide range of manufacturing processes. Preparation to
advance into a Level 1 CNC Swiss Operator role. End date
established at the conclusion of the program. Essential Learning &
Job Duties: Throughout the program, apprentices will learn and
practice: Attending classroom and hands on training sessions with
our dedicated trainer(s) Take classroom style exams/quizzes to
ensure understanding of essential manufacturing shop math,
language, safety etc. Returning tools, kits, supplies, material,
and consumables to proper inventory after job completion.
Performing daily cleanliness, organization, topping off fluids, and
standardization audits of machining centers. Emptying chip
conveyors and disposing of chips into proper waste streams.
Removing and cleaning residual debris (oil, chips, contaminants)
from work centers and surroundings. Participating in inventory
checks and stockroom organization tasks. Shadowing senior machine
operators during production runs to observe and understand setups.
Assisting facilities team with preventative maintenance of
equipment. Supporting shipping with packaging, labeling, or cycle
counts. Engaging in classroom instruction and hands-on technical
learning modules. Miscellaneous duties as assigned, all with a
focus on learning and skill development. Qualifications & Skills:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to perform shop
math (fractions/decimals, unit conversions). Comfortable using
basic measurement tools such as a tape measure or ruler.
Comfortable working around industrial machinery and learning safe
practices. Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
and organization. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
in priority order. Dependable, punctual, and committed to learning
within a structured program. Adaptable to new processes and open to
continuous improvement. Note: This is a temporary, structured
apprenticeship program with a fixed 16-week duration. Successful
participants will have the opportunity to apply for advancement
into a Level 1 CNC Swiss Operator role at HORST Engineering
following program completion. Physical Demands: Legend N (Not
applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position O
(Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the
time (0-2.5 hours/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this
activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day) C (Constantly)
Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5
hours/day) Lift/Carry 10-50lbs F Stand C Walk C Manually manipulate
F Squat or kneel F Bend F Reach above shoulder F
Keywords: HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO, Brookline , Manufacturing Apprentice, Engineering , East Hartford, Massachusetts
