Manufacturing Machine Operator I - Entry-US

About Kennametal

With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader,Kennametal Inc.delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn toKennametalto help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more atkennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Manufacturing Machine Operator

2nd shift- Mon-Fri, 3pm - 11pm

Job Responsibities:

• Set up and operate machines. Install, change, and prep components where applicable.
• Determine amount of stock to remove while working within tolerances.
• Gage product to insure proper dimensions.
• Quality check product to verify visual characteristics.
• Pull samples and record inspection results on route card.
• Place product into proper contrainers and move them to the next operation.
• Separate scrap from good product, document accurately.
• Scan correct production information.
• Operate other equipment as needed.
• Train new operators when required.
• Operators should be capable of setting up machines and trouble shooting basic to moderate problems

Key Job Acountabilities:

• Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
• Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions.
• Operator responsible for following inspection control plan, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and that the quantity and style are correct.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Communicate safety, quality, product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts.

Education and Experience:

• Must have a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma;
• Completion of basic math, blueprint reading and gauge-reading training; and,
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions and communicate with supervisors and coworkers

Physical Demands:

• Approximately eight (8), ten (10) or twelve (12) hours with scheduled break periods.
• Standing, intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, bending and lifting product weighing no more than thirty-three (33) pounds.
• Use of hands and fingers for fine motor tasks, to operate machinery, and handle tools safely.
• Visual acuity is necessary for reading gauges, inspecting products, and ensuring quality standards.
• Physical stamina and the ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks are essential.

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.