Advanced Manufacturing Machinist Training Program - Orientation

Orientation Sign Up for GW Lisk's Advanced Manufacturing Machinist Training Program

Orientation is scheduled for Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 9:00am. You need to apply / pre-register and speak with a member of our HR team prior to orientation. At orientation, we will provide you with an in-depth overview of GW Lisk Company, the Advanced Manufacturing Machinist Training Program, what you will learn and the expectations of you as an employee and trainee, question and answer session, a tour of our high-tech machining departments, and ending with an interview. Hiring decisions will be made shortly after orientation.

Jumpstart Your Career in Advanced Manufacturing

Here's what you need to know:

• We're hiring now! You can start as early as August in one of our machine shop or assembly departments.
• The training program runs from September to March. Once it starts, you'll train Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, take a lunch break, then return to your department for the rest of your shift.
• From day one, you'll receive full pay and benefits-no unpaid training here.
• After you complete the program in March 2027, you'll be promoted to Machinist, with continued support for your growth and a clear career path ahead.

This is more than a job-it's a Launchpad for a career in high-tech manufacturing. If you enjoy working with your hands, problem-solving, and being part of something innovative, we'd love to talk with you.

About GW Lisk: https://www.gwlisk.com/

Lisk is a Global leader in the design and manufacture of Solenoids, Solenoid Valves, Position Sensors, Flame Arrestors, Electric Motors and more. We provide engineered solutions to hundreds of customers in diverse markets throughout the world including Aerospace, Space, Military/Defense, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Medical and more.

Benefits of a career with GW Lisk:

- Job stability, we have been in business for over 115 years with continued growth and success

- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Retirement plan

- 401(k) - Retirement plan

- Annual Profit Sharing Bonus

- Holiday Cash Bonus

- Service Recognitions (with bonus)

- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Vacation Time, PTO & Paid Holidays

- Education Assistance

- Student Loan Payment Assistance

- Health & Wellness Programs

- Free Gym/Fitness Center Memberships

- Day Care Discounts

- Disability Insurance

- Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance

- Voluntary Supplemental Insurance

- Climate controlled environment

CNC Machinists perform set-up, dimensional inspection, and production operating tasks for a variety of equipment, including live-tool lathes, Swiss lathes, grinders, EDMs, mills, and machining centers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Candidates must:

• Be dependable with excellent attendance.
• Thrive in a fast paced work environment.
• Demonstrate strong inter-personal skills while working in a team based environment.
• Have strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Be able to work on their feet, lift up to 40 pounds, and work overtime on an as-needed basis.
• Responsibilities include:
  • Setting up CNC equipment with limited supervision, including prove-outs of new processes and all adjustments required to obtain an approved First Article Inspection Report.
  • Full dimensional inspections, including lengths, diameters, radii, finishes, and all positional and geometric requirements, both for First Article preparation and in process inspection.
  • Running production quantities while maintaining process capability as well as meeting productivity standards.
  • Trouble-shooting and process improvements during both setup and production.
  • Working with teammates to ensure the team meets shared objectives.
  • Performing routine maintenance of equipment.
  • Using software tools to manage tooling inventory, review standards, collect SPC and capture job performance data.
  • Keeping the team's work area clean and free from safety hazards.

Compensation: Starting pay for the training program is $17.50 - $18.50 per hour

GW Lisk is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.