Grind Line Operator

Kennametal; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to operate an automated grind line. This role involves setting up and troubleshooting complex machinery, ensuring quality control, and adhering to safety procedures. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the production of high-quality products. This position offers the chance to develop skills in machine operation and quality assurance while being part of a dedicated team. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity in a leading manufacturing facility, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with centerless grinders and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints for quality specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate an automated grind line to produce quality products.
• Measure raw materials and perform in-process audits during cycle runs.
• Train new operators and maintain housekeeping responsibilities.

Skills

Centerless Grinding

Blueprint Reading

Quality Control

Machine Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Automated Grind Line

MII Reporting System

Job description

About Kennametal

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 and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn toKennametalto help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately8,700 employees are helping customers in nearly 100 countries stay competitive.Kennametalgenerated$2.1 billionin revenues in fiscal 2023. Learn more atwww.kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Shift: 2nd, Monday - Friday 3pm - 11pm

Set up and operate an automated Grind line to produce quality products.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Select an order based on priorities provided by the area lead or supervisor.


• Measure raw materials before processing and then hold parts to quality specifications while performing in process audits during cycle runs.


• Follow established procedures for running and checking the grind lines to ensure all systems are operating correctly.


• Set up, operate, & troubleshoot moderate to complex problems on centerless grinders, infeed robot cell, and chamfer robot cell in an efficient timely manner to maintain output and produce parts to specifications.


• Read & understand blueprints and be able to resolve issues related to the quality specifications provided.


• Separate, identify & report nonconforming from good product and document accurately on the provided paperwork and in the MII reporting system.


• Perform daily housekeeping responsibilities and perform routine machine maintenance (CLI checklist).


• Be able to train new operators when required.


• Perform other job duties as assigned by area lead or supervisor.

Due to the nature of the operations at this facility, consideration as an applicant is limited to individuals who are either a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident. An expression of interest from anyone who is not a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident will not proceed for consideration as an applicant.

Equal Opportunity Employer