Tooling Apprentice

At NewBasis, LLC, we're committed to developing manufacturing talent. We are currently seeking a Tooling Apprentice to train alongside our experienced toolmakers at our Riverside plant. If you're someone who enjoys working with your hands, has mechanical aptitude, and is eager to learn the art of precision machining, this opportunity is for you.

A Bit About Us

We manufacture pads and below ground enclosures for telecommunications, electrical, CATV, water, traffic, lighting, and industrial applications. Over 30 years of industry experience with the most recent advances in materials, engineering, technology, manufacturing and service.

What You'll Learn & Do

The Tooling Apprentice will support the fabrication and maintenance of custom tools, dies, molds, and fixtures used in our manufacturing process. Under supervision, you will :

• Learn how to fabricate and assemble wood components and master tooling.
• Learn hand layup to create fiberglass molds.
• Learn how to safely machine wood components to tight tolerances.
• Support the repair and maintenance of tooling and molds used in production.
• Assist with set-up and operation of manual and CNC equipment, including mill, chop saw, table saw, router, and grinder.
• Collaborate with senior toolmakers, engineers, and production team members to solve problems and improve tool performance.
• Ensure proper documentation and records of tool designs, changes, and maintenance activities.
• Adhere to shop safety standards and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Training & Growth Path

This role is designed to be a developmental position with growth potential. You'll receive on-the-job training in :

Minimum Qualifications

Note : As part of the interview process for the Tooling Apprentice position, candidates will be required to complete a competency assessment to evaluate job-related skills and abilities. This assessment is designed to ensure alignment with the essential functions of the role and will be administered in accordance with applicable California labor laws and fair hiring practices.

Newbasis provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, veteran or military status, disability, as well as any other protected status under the law.

New Basis will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if NewBasis is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov / fair-chance-act / .

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