Machine Operator
About The Position
Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring an Operator at our Hendersonville, NC facility! 2nd shift. With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, Medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles! Check out our profile video! The Operator 2 position is responsible for the proper preparation, cleaning loading, inspection and running of parts in 1-4 production machines with moderate supervision. Works from written instructions, work orders, standard programs, and instructions given by the supervisor or lead.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED Required.
- 1-2 year experience in a machining environment, Machine Technology certificate.
- Ability to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide all units of measure including common and decimal fractions.
- Familiarity with mechanical drawings/blueprints, including GDT.
- Vision and depth perception suitable for use of handheld inspection tools.
- Willingness to wear finger cots, masks, and/or clean-room apparel.
- Ability to either stand or walk for extended periods of shift.
- Ability to bend, push, pull, reach, grab, turn, twist, and/or stoop.
- Ability to grab small parts or hand tools with hands.
- Ability to lift and/or carry up to 30 lbs. depending on the specific function.
- Eligible to work in an ITAR environment.
Responsibilities
- Maintains the flow of production parts into the assigned machine or process. Work can be highly repetitive but requires attention to machines.
- Unload ceramic and/or other parts may inspect them to remove and record any defective parts.
- Basic computer operation for recording metrics (weight, length, ID, OD, density or counts etc.) Maintain quality tools and accurate record keeping.
- Monitors and documents the operation of the assigned machines including periodic watches every 2 hours; performs minor maintenance and reports major repairs needed, to equipment as required.
- Properly records information on production as instructed including pass down information. Keeps work area clean, safe, and organized.
- Maintains safety and Quality Assurance standards by knowing and applying proper procedures for operating the machines within the department.
- Assists with company 5S program and keeps work area clean or spills.
- Read handheld measuring instruments properly and support less experienced operators in measurement.
- Transport parts to and from machines without damage. Cross train in CMM and other advanced measurement tools.
- Complies with applicable requirements of Kyocera International, Inc. policy, including ISO 9000, ISO 14001, ISO18001, ITAR and any other site-specific regulations.
- Produce precision parts within the time constraints on the work order/ traveler. Support machinists as needed.
- Ability to use G/M codes at the controller to adjust.
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
- 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
- 10 Paid Holidays per year
- 401(k)
- 401(k) company match
- Pension
- Medical insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible schedules
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
