Job: Apprentice Howick Operator
Job Description
Job Type: Full time, Hourly
Wage: $20-$25/hr.
Location: Florence, CO.
Job Description:
The Apprentice Howick Operator is an introductory role focused on learning the fundamentals of operating Howick steel framing machines in a modular home and steel supply production environment. Under close supervision, the Apprentice assists senior operators, develops foundational machine setup and operation skills, and builds basic blueprint/technical drawing literacy while maintaining strict safety compliance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist senior operators with setup and operation of Howick steel framing machines.
- Learn basic machine operations, including loading materials and monitoring production processes.
- Develop basic skills in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
- Support routine maintenance and cleaning to maintain a safe and efficient workspace.
- Follow safety protocols and company standards; use PPE as required.
- Collaborate with team members to learn production processes and support daily goals.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine operation.
- Strong willingness to learn and follow instructions; attention to detail and commitment to safety.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Familiarity with machinery or manufacturing environments.
- Coursework in mechanical technology or related fields.
- OSHA-approved forklift certification.
- Onsite at Mytikas Industries’s production facility in Florence, Colorado.
- Fast-paced, collaborative environment with hands-on training and mentorship; PPE required.
- Schedule: 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts (40 hours total).
- Competitive hourly pay within the posted range ($20.00–$25.00/hour).
- On-the-job training with growth opportunities into Journey Operator roles based on skill development and business needs.
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Mytikas Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and building a strong local workforce. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Disclaimer: Duties and responsibilities are not a comprehensive list; additional tasks may be assigned and role scope may change based on business demands.**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.