Braze Operator I - Entry-US

Kennametal, Inc.•Bedford Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Braze Operator I brazes carbide tips onto steel bodies using electrical induction heating on automatic braze lines and visually inspects components during assembly. The role supports safe, efficient production of conical bit bodies while meeting production, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and workplace-organization requirements. The position is based in Bedford, Pennsylvania, and is scheduled for first shift, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalent diploma.
Basic math skills.
Blueprint-reading and gauge-reading comprehension.
Ability to understand written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate with supervisors and coworkers.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-operation checks and required safety inspections on machines, the work area, and associated equipment.
Assemble conical bit bodies, braze material, and carbide tips.
Operate the braze line at an optimal level to meet or exceed daily production rates assigned by shop orders.
Inspect parts to meet established ISO requirements.
Support production functions and changeovers to meet established due dates.
Track and troubleshoot material use and operate equipment efficiently to reduce costs.
Manage work in process and components, including carbide, braze, flux, and steel bodies; perform cycle counts as specified.
Participate in lean events and use lean processes in daily work.
Perform required daily TPM activities on associated equipment.
Perform required daily 5S activities in the work area.
Gather and post established metrics as part of daily activities.
Record required production, quality, and other data accurately and on time.
Visually inspect components during assembly.