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Industrial Machinery Painter/Cleaner & Mechanical Apprentice

Melvina Can Machinery Co.
Queensbury, NY Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/1/2026

Industrial Machinery Painter/Cleaner & Mechanical Apprentice

Melvina Can Machinery – Queensbury, NY

Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

Join a Company with More Than 90 Years of History

Melvina Can Machinery is a fourth-generation, family-owned company specializing in rebuilding and manufacturing industrial canning machinery for customers throughout North America and around the world. Every machine that leaves our shop is built with pride, precision, and craftsmanship.

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working with their hands, and wants to learn a skilled trade. Experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train the right individual with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

What You'll Do

  • Clean and prepare machinery for rebuilding
  • Sand, prime, and paint industrial equipment
  • Assist experienced mechanics with machine rebuilds
  • Disassemble and organize machine components
  • Operate shop tools and equipment safely
  • Help maintain a clean and organized shop
  • Assist with general building maintenance and upkeep
  • Learn how industrial canning machinery is rebuilt from the ground up

No two days are exactly alike. You'll be part of a small team where your work truly matters.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

  • Dependable and punctual
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Willing to learn
  • Detail-oriented
  • Comfortable working with hand and power tools
  • Able to lift 50 pounds
  • Proud of producing quality work

Farm, automotive, construction, military, manufacturing, or mechanical experience is a plus, but not required.

Why Work With Us?

  • Family-owned company with over 90 years in business
  • Full-time, year-round employment
  • Monday through Friday schedule
  • Opportunity to learn a specialized trade
  • Friendly, team-oriented work environment
  • Stable company with long-term career opportunities
  • Work on unique industrial machinery used around the world

If you're looking for more than just a job and want to build real mechanical skills with a company that values craftsmanship and hard work, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Starting at $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday (7:30-4:30)
  • Day shift
  • No weekends

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22

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