Manufacturing Machine Operator II - 1st Shift

Kennametal Inc.; Orwell Township (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Machine Operator II for 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:00 pm). The role focuses on setting up, operating and troubleshooting Post-Coat Wetblast machines and ensuring inserts meet visual and dimensional standards.

You will load carbide inserts, verify counts, adjust process parameters, perform routine maintenance and document activities. Candidates should be comfortable reading blueprints, using SAP MII and QMS, and collaborating with setup teams across shifts.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to read blueprints, routings and operating procedures.
• Comfort using PC, SAP MII, QMS, and Kennametal intranet for ISO procedures.
• Ability to operate a 30X microscope.
• Effective communication with setup personnel, inspectors, supervisors and managers.
• Rapid proficiency: eight weeks.

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, train, and troubleshoot Post-Coat Wetblast machines.
• Load and unload carbide inserts into automated wetblast equipment.
• Verify incoming inserts and counts; select orders using programs and trays.
• Operate in manual or automated mode and observe quality.
• Monitor processes, and perform preventive maintenance and daily cleanups.

Skills

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Reading defect criteria

Team communication

Safety procedures

Problem solving

Tools

SAP MII

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.

Manufacturing Machine Operator II

Shift - 1st shift 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Description of Responsibility

Setup, run, train, and troubleshoot all Post-Coat Wetblast manual and automated machines. Load and unload carbide inserts into automated wetblast machine. Confirm incoming inserts and count. Setup orders utilizing the appropriate program, process, and trays. Run in either automated or manual mode. Must be interactive with automation and machine by observing and verifying the inserts are processed to standard. Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics. Determine success of blast based on visual appearance. Adjust pressures and times on blaster machine as needed. Monitor machine processes as needed. Scan in correct information. Perform CLI's and preventative maintenance during shift, weekly and monthly according to guidelines.

Description of Accountability

Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures. Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions. Operator responsible for following inspection control plan, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and the quantity and style are correct. Work to meet daily departmental production goals. Must be reliable and dependable. Communicate safety, quality and product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts.

Knowledge and Skills

Able to do basic math. Ability to read and understand defect criteria, insert identification, blueprints, routings, and operating procedures. Ability to use a personal computer and various software such as SAP MII, locate information in QMS, and on the Kennametal Intranet for ISO Procedures, and work instructions. Is able to handle inserts with fingers without chipping. Understand proper use of 30X Microscope. Communicate with set-up persons, inspectors, supervisors, and managers. Proficiency reached in eight (8) weeks or less. Complete classes in insert identification in six (6) months or less.

Work Environment

Environment with controlled temperatures and dust/mist collection systems. Safety glasses with side-shields required. Safety shoes required. Gloves, cut resistant gloves when necessary.

Physical Demands

Approximately eight hours standing with two break opportunities per eight-hour work period. Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, and bending. Lifting insert trays weighing no more than thirty-three (33) pounds.

Problem Solving

Run orders by due date. Follow control plan. Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines. Routine problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of insert style, production processes and machine familiarity. Recurring problems and decisions receive supervisor attention.

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.