Remington Machine Shop Military Skillbridge Trainee - On The Job Training
As a SkillBridge Machine Shop Trainee, you will gain hands-on experience in fundamental machining, equipment operation, safety procedures, and maintenance practices in a production‑support environment. You will work under the guidance of experienced trainers and supervisors. This SkillBridge opportunity prepares transitioning service members for a career in precision manufacturing, with hands-on training in CNC machining, blueprint interpretation, and quality control.
What you’ll do: Machine Shop Operations & SafetyLearn and apply safety procedures for operating machine shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, belt sanders, pedestal grinders, saws, and drill presses.Understand proper raw material handling and safe workflow practices within the shop environment. Equipment Setup & Proper OperationAssist with the basic setup, alignment, and operation of machine shop tools.Follow standard operating procedures to ensure accurate and consistent machining results. Troubleshooting & RepairSupport troubleshooting efforts for mechanical failures in machine parts used by production areas.Participate in repairing or fabricating replacement components as needed. Materials & ToolsLearn to identify and work with various types of metals and materials used in machining applications.Use precision measuring and setup tools, such as calipers, micrometers, Rockwell hardness testers, and dial indicators, to verify component accuracy. Joining & Fabrication ProcessesGain introductory experience in soldering, brazing, and basic welding techniques.Assist in simple fabrication tasks as assigned. Heat Treating & Cutting ToolsUnderstand the metal heat‑treating process and how it affects material properties.Learn types and proper use of cutting tools for machining operations. Shop Standards & Preventative MaintenanceMaintain a clean and organized work environment that supports safe and efficient operations.Assist with preventative maintenance tasks on machine shop equipment and learn basic maintenance repair practices.
Army - 91E; Navy – Machinery Repairman (MR); Coast Guard – Machinery Technician (MK); Air Force – 2A7X1: Aircraft Metals Technology (Formerly Machinist); Marine Corps – 1316: Metal Worker
Lonoke, Arkansas
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 61 - 90 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ "You list 91E, MR, MK — what did interns from those specialties end up doing here?"
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway