Weekend Operator

KYOCERA AVX Greenville LLC; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Fountain Inn, SC, is seeking a Kiln Operator to load and unload saggars and operate kilns according to procedures. Responsibilities include preparing paperwork, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a clean work area. The role requires teamwork, effective communication, and 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment. A High School diploma is required, and candidates must be able to work in shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to perform simple data entry.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload saggars on ceramic kiln bed according to procedures.
• Make temperature checks as required.
• Notify supervision/engineers of equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Basic arithmetic

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To load and unload saggars on ceramic kiln bed based on schedule, prepare paperwork, and sign‑off on operations. Operate the Kiln per procedure to ensure product flow and quality.

We have 2 shifts available:

• Day: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 7am - 7pm.
• Night: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 7pm - 7am.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all load and unload operations according to procedures.
• Loads saggars with raw material on ceramic kilns according to procedures.
• Make temperature checks as required.
• Change ceramic kiln temperatures per schedule to run different material according to specifications.
• Unloads fired product from saggars and identifies by lot number.
• Notifies supervision/engineers of equipment malfunctions.
• Keep the Kiln area and equipment clean and orderly.
• Process products per the production planning.

REFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School diploma, AS Degree or equivalent required
• Experience: 1 year of experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Able to perform simple data entry and use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Math skills: Working knowledge of basic arithmetic, negative numbers, decimals and fractions.
• Verbal/communication: Able to read and understand technical reports, process specifications, and office correspondence.
• Collaboration: Work closely with team members, including equipment support, technician and/or others, to ensure efficient production and meet quality standards.
• Effective communication, include speaking, writing, active listening and taking instruction.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work shoulder to shoulder and sharing equipment in tight quarters.
• Able to work and move between different stations.