Manufacturing Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift

Kennametal, Inc. • Orwell Village, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Kennametal Inc. is an industrial technology leader with over 85 years of experience, providing productivity solutions through materials science, tooling, and wear-resistant products. They serve customers in aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering, and transportation industries, helping them achieve precision and efficiency in manufacturing. Kennametal is committed to innovation and customer success.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Commitment to working safely and understanding all safety procedures.
• Operator responsible for following inspection control plan, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and that the quantity and style are correct.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Ability to use hands and fingers for fine motor tasks, to operate machinery, and handle tools safely.
• Visual acuity necessary for reading gauges, inspecting products, and ensuring quality standards.
• Physical stamina and the ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks are essential.
• Run orders by due date.
• Routine problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of insert styles and production processes.
• Operators work to standard operating procedures (oral and/or written instructions).

Nice To Haves

• Operators should be capable of setting up machines and trouble shoot basic to moderate problems.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate grinding machines.
• Install, change, and dress grinding wheels.
• Determine the amount of stock to remove while working within tolerances.
• Gage and scope inserts to ensure proper dimensions and verify visual characteristics.
• Pull samples and record inspection results on route cards.
• Place inserts into proper trays and move them to the next operation.
• Separate scrap from good inserts and document accurately.
• Scan correct production information.
• Operate other equipment as needed.
• Train new operators when required.
• Set up machines and troubleshoot basic to moderate problems.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals.
• Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisors, team members, and across shifts.

Benefits

• Shift premium of $2.00/hr for 2nd Shift
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment.
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 4 floating holidays
• 7 company holidays per year
• Up to 6% company match to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee discounts
• Parental leave
• Annual safety shoe stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED