Machine Operator Trainee

4 Day Workweek!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 toolsSpecial attention to the following safety policies:Wearing of personal protection equipmentLockout/Tag outFire response and evacuationErgonomicsLifting policyEducation, Training and Experience:High school diploma or GEDShort term trade schooling or on-the-job trainingExposure 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.