Grind Operator I — 3rd Shift, Precision Parts

Kennametal Inc.; Orwell Township (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Insurance from day one

PTO & holidays

401(k) match

Employee discounts

Parental leave

Safety shoe stipend

Job summary

Kennametal Inc. in Orwell, Ohio, is seeking a Manufacturing Machine Operator I to set up and operate grinding equipment in a precision shop environment.

You will run grinding machines to blueprint specifications, document inspection data, and assist in maintaining a safe, efficient production line.

This role includes a third shift with a $3.00/hr premium and comprehensive benefits starting from day one, along with opportunities to grow your manufacturing skills.

Qualifications

• Experience operating grinding machines and reading blueprints.
• Ability to inspect parts and ensure they meet specifications.
• Commitment to safety procedures and quality standards.
• Experience training or mentoring other operators is a plus.
• Knowledge of tooling setup and changeover processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate grinding machines; install, change, and dress grinding wheels.
• Determine stock removal within tolerances.
• Gauge inserts and verify dimensions.
• Inspect inserts visually and route to next operation.
• Record inspection results on route cards.
• Move inserts to proper trays and next operation.
• Separate scrap; document accurately.
• Scan production information.
• Operate other equipment as needed.
• Train new operators when required.
• Set up machines and troubleshoot basic to moderate problems.

Skills

Grind machine operation

Blueprint interpretation

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Training new operators

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Kennametal Inc. in Orwell, Ohio, is seeking a Manufacturing Machine Operator I to set up and operate grinding equipment in a precision shop environment.

You will run grinding machines to blueprint specifications, document inspection data, and assist in maintaining a safe, efficient production line.

This role includes a third shift with a $3.00/hr premium and comprehensive benefits starting from day one, along with opportunities to grow your manufacturing skills.