Manufacturing Machine Operator I - Entry-US

Kennametal, Inc. • La Vergne, TN

77d

About The Position

With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 10,000 employees are helping customers in more than 60 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated nearly $2.4 billion in revenues in fiscal 2019. Learn more at www.kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube. The Manufacturing Machine Operator will operate multiple Stahli or Blanchard grinding machines to produce high-quality products in accordance with blueprint specifications and production standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience with grinding equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate top and bottom grinding machines, including Stahli 605 and 702 models.
• Install, change, and dress grinding wheels as required.
• Determine required stock removal while maintaining tolerance specifications.
• Gauge inserts to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Visually inspect inserts using scopes to verify surface characteristics.
• Operate additional equipment as needed to support production.
• Set up machines and troubleshoot basic to moderately complex issues independently.
• Adhere strictly to all safety procedures and demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work practices.
• Follow operating procedures and work instructions for non-standard operations.
• Ensure all products meet specifications outlined in control plans, routings, and blueprints.
• Maintain consistent production output to meet daily departmental goals.
• Exhibit reliability and dependability in attendance and task execution.
• Communicate safety concerns, quality issues, and production updates with supervisors and peers across all shifts.

Benefits

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required: safety glasses with side shields, safety shoes, and gloves (including cut-resistant gloves when applicable).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees