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Machine Operator Trainee

Alco Manufacturing Co
Kirkville, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026

4 Day Workweek! Monday - Thursday 6am - 430pm or 330pm-2am

Company Description

Located in Central New York, Manth Brownell is a leading manufacturer of precision machined parts serving various industries. The company has a diverse range of machines to cater to different needs, including Swiss style CNC machines, multi-spindle Euroturns, Gildemeisters, Wickmans, Davenports, and CNC Haas equipment. Quality and service are top priorities at Manth Brownell, which is ISO 9001:2015 certified, ITAR certified, and ISO 14001 certified.

Basic Function: Overall goal is to learn to operate production machinery and to verify part quality within company standards for safety, quality and productivity.

 Essential Functions:

  • 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.

 Additional Responsibilities:

  • Learn how to perform minor tool adjustments/changes as necessary to maintain part quality.
  • Housekeeping: 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. 

 Knowledge, skills and ability:

  • 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

 Special attention to the following safety policies: 

  • Wearing of personal protection equipment
  • Lockout/Tag out
  • Fire response and evacuation
  • Ergonomics                 
  • Lifting policy 

Education, Training and Experience:  

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Short term trade schooling or on-the-job training
  • Exposure to factory environment and willingness to learn machine operations. 

Physical Requirements: 

  • Heavy work - lift up to 35 lbs. frequently, Occasionally up to 50 lbs.
  • Reach into machine, push/pull to engage machine, move parts. 
  • Use fingers & hands to manipulate parts & close visual concentration while inspecting parts.
  • Repetitive motion required for loading stock, checking parts.
  • Continual standing and walking to perform duties.
  • Bend, stoop or crouch to clear chips or lift part pans.

Salary : $16 - $18

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