Manufacturing Operator II - Ball Milling & Spray Drying

Kennametal; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal is hiring a manufacturing operator in Henderson, NC. The role involves charging, sampling, and discharging ball mills, operating spray drying and related equipment, and performing general housekeeping.

The position follows a 12-hour swing shift pattern with two weeks on 7am–7pm and two weeks on 7pm–7am, with every other weekend off. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, ability to perform basic math, lift 33 pounds, pass a tow motor driving test, troubleshoot equipment,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Able to lift at least 33 pounds safely.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and safety warnings.
• Forklift/tow motor driving test required; hand tools familiarity helpful.
• Basic trouble shooting on equipment is expected.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve proper feed materials and ensure correct materials are used.
• Complete paperwork and data entry accurately in the system.
• Clean equipment and maintain hygiene across hoppers, mills, dryers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Set and record mill timers and start/stop times as prescribed.
• Safely sample mill products and ensure representative samples.
• Process samples to the lab and enter results in the spreadsheet.
• Monitor dryer parameters and record operating data.
• Create and label powder containers; manage storage locations in SAP.
• Weigh and store finished powder and move it as needed.
• Inspect and clean all related equipment regularly.
• Support EHS and quality practices in day-to-day operations.

Skills

Basic math

Tow motor driving

Lifting 33 lbs

Reading work instructions

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kennametal is hiring a manufacturing operator in Henderson, NC. The role involves charging, sampling, and discharging ball mills, operating spray drying and related equipment, and performing general housekeeping.

The position follows a 12-hour swing shift pattern with two weeks on 7am–7pm and two weeks on 7pm–7am, with every other weekend off. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, ability to perform basic math, lift 33 pounds, pass a tow motor driving test, troubleshoot equipment,