Machinist Apprentice

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Quad is seeking Machinist Apprentices for our Sussex, Wisconsin plant location. This Apprenticeship is a formal training program for our Tool Room/Machinist in our Quad Metal Works (QMW) Department. This is a minimum of a 4-year Apprenticeship that combines On-The-Job Training with Classroom Instruction one-day per week at an approved Technical College program. Upon successful completion of the program, employees will receive a State of Wisconsin Certificate of Apprenticeship.

While in the QMW Shop, the Tool Room/Machinist Apprentice will be responsible for assisting Journey-Level Machinists, while learning all facets of the QMW Machine Shop, following Quad’s Apprenticeship structure in compliance with State and/or Federal rules and regulations.

Field of study will include but, are not limited to:

• Precision measurement and inspection of Manual and CNC machines.
• Milling, turning, grinding, metallurgy, material testing and parts assembly.
• Cut-off machine operation.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, is required.
• Strong verbal and written comprehension, with the ability to thrive in a team environment and work well under supervision.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly in a variety of industrial environments, including heights up to 50 feet, is essential.
• Apprentices will be required to provide own set of basic hand tools within the first 30 days of the apprenticeship, if selected. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good Math skills and basic computer skills are highly desirable.
• Experience/exposure in an Advanced Manufacturing environment or recent Skilled Trade-related classes, is preferred.
• Solid Mechanical background is a plus.