Manufacturing Machine Operator I - Entry-US

Kennametal; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal in Traverse City, MI is seeking a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (2:00pm – 10:30pm, Monday–Friday) to help maintain continuous production and product quality.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up and operating conventional or CNC machines on close tolerances, and supporting Lean, Safety and Quality initiatives in a team environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate several types of machine (conventional or CNC) on complex, close-tolerance parts with minimal supervision.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment breakdowns and improve production efficiency; ensure materials/tools are available.
• Support Lean, Quality, Safety and Productivity initiatives.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

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 2nd Shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm (Monday - Friday)

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 blueprint 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