Machine Operator

Kyocera International, Inc. (North America); Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation accrual 120 hours per year

10 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Pension

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kyocera International, Inc. in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Machine Operator for the first shift to support production and ensure high-quality output in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will follow written instructions, inspect parts, and run production machines to maintain efficiency.

Required is a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year machining experience or a Machine Technology certificate. English literacy and basic math are essential, with eligibility to work in ITAR-regulated

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• 1+ year machining experience or Machine Technology certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous and efficient flow of parts through machines and monitor quality.
• Unload, inspect, and process ceramic components; identify nonconforming material.
• Record production metrics and maintain quality tools using basic computer systems.
• Monitor machine performance, perform routine checks, and report repair needs.
• Complete production documentation and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Read and follow instructions

Basic math

GD&T familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machine Technology certificate

Job description

We’re hiring a Machine Operator (first shift) at our Vancouver, WA location!

Join a stable, long-term opportunity where your work matters. We’re hiring a Machine Operator to support production and ensure high-quality output in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Pay Range - $18 to $22.56 per hour (Actual 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
• 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

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 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 nonconforming 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
• 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 mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed 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.

Physical Activities

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is 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, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Environmental Conditions

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is 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.

Additional Information

The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. 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.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and 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 on the basis of disability.

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.