Manufacturing Machine Operator I -3rd Shift

Kennametal; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal is seeking a Machine Operator in Traverse City, MI (3rd shift: 10:00 pm – 6:30 am, Sunday–Thursday). The role focuses on maintaining continuous product flow and supporting new product development while upholding safety standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, plus technical training and 3–5 years in manufacturing, with strong blueprint reading and mechanical skills; Lean experience is a plus. Teamwork and commitment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school or GED required; technical school training preferred.
• Excellent blueprint reading skills.
• 3–5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Versatile machining experience.
• Strong mechanical background.
• Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction; ability to work in a team.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing a plus.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate several types of machines (conventional or CNC) on complex parts with close tolerances; work with minimal supervision; select feeds, speeds and tooling.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment breakdowns and production efficiency issues; ensure material and tools are available.
• Support Lean Enterprise, Quality, Safety and Productivity initiatives.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical skills

Teamwork

Lean manufacturing

Quality orientation

Education

High school or GED

Technical school training

Job description

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 to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more at kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Machine Operator

Traverse City, MI 3rd Shift: 10:00 pm - 6:30 am - Sunday - Thursday

Purpose of the Position:

The Machine Operator performs essential job functions within the manufacturing departments. This position is responsible for ensuring continuous product flow. This position is also involved in new Product Development. A Machine Operator will be 100% safe.

Supervision:

A Machine Operator works under the supervision of the Manufacturing Manager and Off-Shift Production Supervisor, with the daily functional direction of the Senior Manufacturing Coordinator and / or Team Leader. The position is reviewed on an annual basis

Knowledge and Experience:

• High school or GED graduate required with additional technical school training preferred


• Excellent blue print reading skills,


• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment,


• Versatile machining experience


• Strong mechanical background helpful.


• Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction and the ability to work in a team environment.


• Experience with Lean manufacturing a plus.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Setup and operate several types of machine of a similar type (conventional or CNC) on a regular basis working on a variety of complex parts to close tolerances with average to complicated setups. Works with minimal support or supervision. Selects appropriate feeds, speeds and tooling. (85%)


• Assists in problem solving and troubleshooting of equipment breakdowns and production efficiency issues. Assures appropriate material and tools are available. (10%)


• Supports Lean Enterprise, Quality, Safety and Productivity initiatives through appropriate levels of participation. (5%)

Competencies:

• Performance Driven


• Listening skills


• Teamwork


• Integrity


• Commitment to Excellence

Work Conditions:

45 DEGREES-85 DEGREES

Physical Demands:

• Walking


• Reaching


• Sitting


• Bending


• Lifting and Carrying over 40lbs

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.