Manufacturing Machine Operator II - 1st Shift

Kennametal, Inc.•Orwell Village, OH

About The Position

The Manufacturing Machine Operator II sets up, operates, trains on, and troubleshoots manual and automated Post-Coat Wetblast machines. The operator loads and unloads carbide inserts, confirms incoming inserts and quantities, selects the appropriate program, process, and trays for orders, and runs machines in automated or manual mode. The role requires monitoring automation and machine operation to ensure inserts meet standards, visually inspecting inserts with a 30X microscope, evaluating blast results, adjusting machine pressures and times as needed, scanning the correct information, and completing CLI activities and preventive maintenance according to established schedules and guidelines. The operator follows safety procedures, operating instructions, inspection control plans, product routings, and specifications while working toward daily production goals. The role involves communicating safety, quality, and product issues with supervisors, team members, and other shifts. Work takes place in a temperature-controlled environment with dust and mist collection systems. Safety glasses with side shields and safety shoes are required; gloves, including cut-resistant gloves, are used when necessary. The physical work includes standing for approximately eight hours, intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, and bending, and lifting insert trays weighing up to 33 pounds. Routine problems are handled using learned knowledge and established guidelines; recurring problems and decisions are referred to a supervisor.

Requirements

Able to perform basic math.
Able to read and understand defect criteria, insert identification, blueprints, routings, and operating procedures.
Able to use a personal computer and software such as SAP MII, and locate information in QMS and the Kennametal Intranet, including ISO procedures and work instructions.
Able to handle inserts with fingers without chipping them.
Understands the proper use of a 30X microscope.
Able to communicate with setup personnel, inspectors, supervisors, and managers.
Reach proficiency within eight weeks or less.
Complete insert identification classes within six months or less.
Reliable and dependable.
Commitment to working safely and understanding safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, train on, and troubleshoot manual and automated Post-Coat Wetblast machines.
Load and unload carbide inserts into the automated wetblast machine; confirm incoming inserts and quantities.
Set up orders using the appropriate program, process, and trays.
Run machines in automated or manual mode and monitor processing to ensure inserts meet standards.
Inspect inserts for visual characteristics using a 30X microscope and determine blast success by appearance.
Adjust blaster pressures and processing times as needed.
Scan the correct information and perform CLI activities and preventive maintenance during shifts and on weekly and monthly schedules.
Follow safety procedures, operating instructions, inspection control plans, product routings, and specifications.
Work toward daily departmental production goals and run orders by due date.
Communicate safety, quality, and product issues to supervisors, team members, and across shifts.
Handle routine problems using knowledge of insert styles, production processes, and machine operation; bring recurring problems and decisions to a supervisor.