Precision Wet-Blast 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

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.