Internal Only - Bearings CNC Programming Apprentice

***Internal Only***

This position will report to Kade Bunker and is a range 3. The job will close 2/11/2026

Schedule: Grave:  Monday - Thursday (8pm - 6:30am)

US Synthetic has an immediate need for a Bearings CNC Programmer Apprentice located in Orem, UT. The Bearings CNC Programmer Apprentice will run new or existing Bearings products on all CNC equipment (CNC Lathe, CNC Mill, EDM, Grinders, Lappers and CMM) for prototype product, customer requests, fixtures, tooling, and machine parts etc. Communicates daily with Bearings CNC Programming and Applications Specialist teams for scheduling of projects and priorities. Maintain equipment, responds to manufacturing Andon’s and resolves day to day issues and process needs. Runs experiments on new products or processes for the programming team and produces data as requested. Begins training on basic CNC programming.

What’s in it For You:

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture, and empowers its employees through continuous improvement

Comprehensive benefits package starting at day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, and more!

What You Will Do:

Apprenticeship to learn creations of CAD/CAM programming for Polycrystalline Diamond Compound (PDC) bearing machining

Assist and work alongside application programmers

Support CMM programming for production cells

Flex to R&D and Prototype cell to produce new product as needed

FAI support – inspect and measure parts for accuracy and conformance to product specifications

Assist and work with Customer Engineers on new product launch

Modifies programs as needed

Test run low qty’s of all new programs for prototypes and run parts for some production needs

Assist in standardizing parameters on new programming routines

Troubleshoot CNC code, machine condition and material abnormalities

Record run time data, measurement information, etc. for prototype work

Set up and machine fixtures for production and non-production work

Train personnel utilizing EDGE method, supporting production and operations trainers

Follow all company policies (Attendance, No Tobacco Products on Campus, Illegal Drug & Alcohol, Family Medical Leave Act, Personal Appearance, Personal Electronic Devices, Vacation & Personal Time, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED is required

Immigration sponsorship not available for this role

Machinist degree/certificate or Bearings CNC training

1-2 years of set-up and operating Bearings CNC equipment

Physical Demands:

Regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs.

Standing for 8 or more hours

Work long hours in front of CNC

Full range of body motion

Visual inspection highly required

Safety equipment (Safety Glasses, Steel toe safety shoes)

Preferred Qualifications:

Lathe and Mill experience

Grinding, lapping & Wire EDM experience

CMM programming experience (MCOSMOS)

Creo CAD/CAM experience

Mastercam experience

Knowledge of numerical code and code editing

Extensive geometry knowledge, some algebra and trigonometry

Excellent attention to detail

Basic engineering/physics principles, through training or experience

Ability to prioritize activities and projects

Computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel

Fixture mechanics knowledge

Precision measuring tools knowledge

Quality certified inspector

Mechanical aptitude

Interpersonal and communication skills and works well in a team environment.

Ability to work independently and carry out responsibilities with little supervision

Ability to read and understand technical prints or special information

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At US Synthetic we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.