Student Machinist

Student Machinist

Who We Are

Clark-Reliance® is a world class manufacturing company, serving customers in over 120 countries in the power generation, refining, gas processing, and chemical industries. Clark-Reliance is a company that strives to maintain an environment that nurtures employees. Clark-Reliance prides itself on the development of its employees and finds way to continue to grow every year.

What is a Student Machinist?

A Student Machinist will learn to operate and monitor a variety of machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders or special purpose machines to shape metal work pieces to specification on a production basis.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate must currently be enrolled in High School in machinist classes program.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform standard and repetitive machining using standard procedures, tools and equipment.


2. Perform standard sizing and shape calculations using simple math and trig concepts and formulas.


3. Learn to determine standard machine set-ups and tooling requirements.


4. Learn to set-up machines.


5. Effectively perform material handling activities such as crating, packing, shipping, receiving, picking, lifting, moving and using materials handling equipment when necessary (such as: lift trucks. tow motors, cranes, high lifts, etc.).


6. Utilize small and large tools, hoists, dollies, and other devices when necessary.


7. Comply with all safety procedures in each area assigned, including but not limited to, wearing protective clothing, special handling of chemicals, special handling of product, safety/rescue equipment usage, etc.


8. Interact and communicate with all levels of employees within the company, as well as suppliers, customers and peers effectively.


9. Comply with policies, procedures, standards and rules of the Company.


10. Maintain quality assurance policy consistent with ISO standards.


11. Maintain work area in a clean, orderly and safe manner.


12. Punctual, regular and consistent attendance.


13. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Education

Currently enrolled in High School. Able to read, write, and follow verbal instructions in Standard English. Currently enrolled in machinist classes program. Ability to handle routine projects and tasks under moderate supervision. Ability to read simple blueprints and technical specifications. Ability to handle non-routine, standard projects and tasks. Basic understanding of mathematics including geometry and trigonometry. Ability to learn to work to close tolerance specifications.

Physical and Technical Environment

Must regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 ponds, using proper lifting techniques or other available resources such as lifting or moving equipment or help from another employee. Regularly required to walk or stand, bend or twist, climb, reach with hands or arms. Specific vision requirements include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)


• Employee Referral Bonus Program


• Career Development Opportunities


• Training Opportunities


• Wellness Programs


• Sport Leagues


• Sporting Event Ticket Giveaways

About Clark-Reliance^®
Clark-Reliance is a world class manufacturing company, serving customers in over 120 countries in the power generation, refining, gas processing, and chemical industries.  The company is dedicated to supplying the largest and broadest product line in the instrumentation industry for all types of measurement and control.  Key acquisitions over the last few decades have solidified Clark-Reliance as a leader in the separation and filtration industries as well.

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the job. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer- M/F/Disabled/Vet