Machine Operator Trainee
About The Position
Manth Brownell is seeking a Machine Operator Trainee to learn to operate production machinery and verify part quality within company standards for safety, quality, and productivity. This role is crucial for maintaining the company's reputation for quality and service in the precision machined parts industry. The company utilizes a diverse range of machines, including Swiss style CNC machines, multi-spindle Euroturns, Gildemeisters, Wickmans, Davenports, and CNC Haas equipment. The position offers a 4-day workweek with options for either a Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm or 3:30pm-2am shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Exposure to factory environment and willingness to learn machine operations.
- Learn to read and understand Blueprints, Inspection Plans and follow instructions.
- Learn to use and interpret precision measuring gauges including micrometers and calipers.
- Ability to use the computer to enter production and print routing cards and complete all necessary paperwork.
- Learn to use, understand and properly respond to SPC results.
- Learn to use hand tools to make necessary tool changes (hammer, screwdriver, Allen and other wrenches).
- Learn to sharpen tools
- Wearing of personal protection equipment
- Lockout/Tag out
- Fire response and evacuation
- Ergonomics
- Lifting policy
Nice To Haves
- Short term trade schooling or on-the-job training
Responsibilities
- Load production equipment with raw stock into feed mechanism.
- Monitor machine operation, report any irregularities to more experienced operator or set up person.
- Assure parts meet customer specifications by measuring parts per inspection plan.
- Enter SPC as required and properly respond to out of control conditions.
- Alert QC or supervisor if there are any questions/concerns regarding part quality.
- May maintain and lubricate machine tools and equipment as needed.
- Complete all paperwork per proper procedures (routing card, tool change logs, count sheets etc.).
- Properly identify parts and enter production into information system.
- Move parts to proper location after machining and verifying part quality.
- Communicate all information needed to assure smooth shift transition with prior/next shift at all times.
- Learn how to perform minor tool adjustments/changes as necessary to maintain part quality.
- Maintain work area in a neat and orderly manner, keep floors clean and free of oil & chips.
- Perform all safety inspections to equipment daily, use proper machine guards and lifting techniques.
- Follow company policies, procedures and safety rules as described in the Alco Employee Handbook.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
