Machine Operator

Kyocera International, Inc. (North America); Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,078; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Kyocera International, Inc. (North America) is hiring a Machine Operator (Kiln) for the first shift at the Hendersonville, NC location. The role involves preparing, inspecting, and running parts through production machines, ensuring quality and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and ideally 1+ years of machining experience. Benefits include competitive pay, 401(k) with company match, medical insurance, and generous vacation time.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a machining environment or Machine Technology certificate preferred.
• Familiarity with GD&T.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flow of parts through assigned machines.
• Monitor and document machine performance.
• Record production metrics and maintain quality tools.

Skills

Basic math skills

Ability to read mechanical drawings

Good vision and depth perception

Physical capability to meet production demands

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We’re hiring a Machine Operator (Kiln) for the first shift at our Hendersonville, NC location. Pay ranges from $18.00 to $22.56 per hour.

What You’ll Do

As a Machine 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a continuous and efficient flow of parts through assigned machines while monitoring operation, quality, and detail.
• Unload, inspect, and process ceramic and other components, identifying, removing, and documenting non‑conforming materials.
• Accurately record production metrics (e.g., weight, dimensions, counts) and maintain quality tools and documentation using basic computer systems.
• Monitor and document machine performance, perform routine checks (every two hours), complete minor maintenance, and report repair needs.
• Complete all required production documentation, including shift pass‑downs, while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including ISO, ITAR, and departmental operating procedures.
• Use measuring instruments and assist or guide less experienced operators as needed.
• Safely transport parts and cross‑train on CMM and other measurement systems.
• Produce precision components within required timelines and support machinists as needed.
• Make machine adjustments using G‑code and M‑code as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• 1+ years of experience in a machining environment or Machine Technology certificate preferred.
• 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.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Eligibility to work in an ITAR‑regulated environment.

Physical Activities

While performing the functions of this job, you will be continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Environmental Conditions

You may be occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and flexible hours.
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Pension.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible schedules.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kyocera International, Inc. is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.