Operator (3rd Shift - Dry Press)

KYOCERA External•Hendersonville, NC

4h•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring an Operator at our Hendersonville, NC facility! Third shift. Pay Range - $18 to $22.56 per hour (Ac tual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills. 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! Look at these PERKS! 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, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program Flexible schedules Tuition reimbursement We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off to volunteer, paid leave options, tuition reimbursement, an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens! We strive to have a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and veterans, who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for. Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here: https://global.kyocera.com/inamori/philosophy/ . Our company motto is “Do the right thing as a human being,” and we try to use that motto constantly in our decision-making. What You’ll Do: As an Operator, you’ll play a hands-on role in preparing, inspecting, and running parts through production machines. You’ll work from written instructions and collaborate with team leads to ensure quality and efficiency.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (required)
Ability to read and follow verbal/written instructions in English
Basic math skills, including fractions and decimals
Familiarity with mechanical drawings and GD&T
Good vision and depth perception for inspection tools
Willingness to wear clean-room apparel (finger cots, masks, etc.)
Physical capability to meet production demands, including extended standing or walking, routine movement and positioning, fine motor skills for handling small parts and tools, and lifting up to 30 lbs., as required
Eligibility to work in an ITAR-regulated environment

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience in a machining environment or Machine Technology certificate preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure a continuous and efficient flow of production parts to assigned machines or processes. While tasks may be repetitive, consistent attention to machine operation and detail is required
Unload ceramic and other components, inspect parts as needed, and identify, remove, and document any nonconforming materials
Accurately record production metrics (e.g., weight, length, ID, OD, density, counts) using basic computer systems.
Maintain quality tools and ensure precise recordkeeping
Monitor and document machine performance, including conducting required checks every two hours. Perform minor maintenance as needed and promptly report major repair requirements
Accurately complete all production documentation, including shift pass-down information.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Adhere to all safety and Quality Assurance standards by properly following departmental machine operating procedures
Support the company’s 5S initiatives by maintaining cleanliness and addressing spills or hazards immediately
Properly use handheld measuring instruments and provide guidance to less experienced operators on measurement techniques
Safely transport parts to and from machines to prevent damage.
Cross-train in CMM and other advanced measurement systems
Comply with all applicable company policies and standards, including those of Kyocera International, Inc., such as ISO 9000, ISO 14001, ISO 18001, ITAR, and other site-specific regulatory requirements
Produce precision components within the time constraints specified on work orders/travelers and provide support to machinists as needed
Utilize G-code and M-code commands at the machine controller to make necessary adjustments
Perform other related duties as 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, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible schedules
Tuition reimbursement