Operator 2

Kyocera International, Inc. (North America); Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Holidays

401(k) match

Pension plan

Medical coverage

Life insurance

FSA

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring an Operator 2 for our Vancouver, WA facility. The role focuses on preparing, loading, inspecting, and running parts across 1–4 production machines with supervision.

You will follow written instructions, work orders, and standard programs while maintaining quality and safety standards. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years in machining or a Machine Technology certificate, ability to read and follow English instructions, and willingness

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years machining experience or Machine Technology certificate.
• Ability to read and comprehend English instructions.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic and measurements.
• Familiarity with blueprints/ GD&T.
• Willingness to wear clean-room apparel and PPE.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• ITAR environment eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production flow by loading parts into machines and monitoring operations.
• Unload and inspect parts, recording any defects.
• Record metrics (weight, length, counts) and maintain tools/records.
• Monitor machine operation and report major repairs as needed.
• Keep area clean, safe, and organized; support 5S initiatives.
• Use handheld measuring instruments and assist others with measurement.
• Transport parts between machines without damage; cross-train in CMM.

Skills

English literacy

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machine Technology certificate

Tools

G/M codes

CMM

Handheld measuring tools

Job description

We’re hiring an Operator 2 at our Vancouver, WA facility.

Salary Range

$17– $23 hourly

Shift

Weekends Days - Friday to Sunday

Why Kyocera?

With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles — and we’re just getting started.

What Makes Us Stand Out?

We don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here’s what you can expect:

Generous Time Off

• 3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
• 10 paid holidays annually

Financial Wellness

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid pension plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Investing in You

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Flexible schedules

Work-Life Balance & Culture

• Onsite gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations
• Long-tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!)
• Inclusive and diverse workforce
• A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being

General Description Of Position

The Operator 2 position is responsible for the proper preparation, cleaning loading, inspection and running of parts in 1-4 production machines with moderate supervision. Works from written instructions, work orders, standard programs, and instructions given by the supervisor or lead.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED Required
• 1-2 year experience in a machining environment, Machine Technology certificate
• Ability to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide all units of measure including common and decimal fractions
• Familiarity with mechanical drawings/blueprints, including GDT
• Vision and depth perception suitable for use of handheld inspection tools
• Willingness to wear finger cots, masks, and/or clean-room apparel
• Ability to either stand or walk for extended periods of shift
• Ability to bend, push, pull, reach, grab, turn, twist, and/or stoop
• Ability to grab small parts or hand tools with hands
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 30 lbs. depending on the specific function.
• Eligible to work in an ITAR environment

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains the flow of production parts into the assigned machine or process. Work can be highly repetitive but requires attention to machines.
• Unload ceramic and/or other parts may inspect them to remove and record any defective parts.
• Basic computer operation for recording metrics (weight, length, ID, OD, density or counts etc.) Maintain quality tools and accurate record keeping.
• Monitors and documents the operation of the assigned machines including periodic watches every 2 hours; performs minor maintenance and reports major repairs needed, to equipment as required.
• Properly records information on production as instructed including pass down information. Keeps work area clean, safe, and organized.
• Maintains safety and Quality Assurance standards by knowing and applying proper procedures for operating the machines within the department.
• Assists with company 5S program and keeps work area clean or spills.
• Read handheld measuring instruments properly and support less experienced operators in measurement.
• Transport parts to and from machines without damage. Cross train in CMM and other advanced measurement tools.
• Complies with applicable requirements of Kyocera International, Inc. policy, including ISO 9000, ISO 14001, ISO18001, ITAR and any other site-specific regulations.
• Produce precision parts within the time constraints on the work order/ traveler. Support machinists as needed.
• Ability to use G/M codes at the controller to adjust.

Qualifications

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. 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.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

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

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.