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Manufacturing Machine Operator I - Entry-US

Kennametal NA
Orwell, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026
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.

Job Title: Manufacturing Machine Operator I - Entry
Location: Orwell, OH
Shift: 3nd Shift Sunday - Thursday, 11pm - 7am

Job Summary:
Run grinding machines producing a quality product to blueprint specifications.

Key Job Responsibilities:
Set up and operate grinding machines: Install, change, and dress grinding wheels where applicable. Determine amount of stock to remove while working within tolerances. Gage inserts to insure proper dimensions. Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics. Pull samples and Record inspection results on route card. Place inserts into proper trays and move them to the next operation. Separate scrap from good inserts, document accurately. Scan correct production information. Operate other equipment as needed. Train new operators when required. Operators should be capable of setting up machines and trouble shoot basic to moderate problems.

Key Job Accountabilities:
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 that the quantity and style are correct. Work to meet daily departmental production goals. Must be reliable and dependable. Communicate safety, quality, product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts.

Education and Experience:
• Must have High School diploma or GED

Work Environment:
Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems. Safety glasses with side-shields required. Safety Shoes are required. Gloves, cut resistant gloves when necessary.

Physical Demands:
Approximately eight (8) hours with scheduled break periods. Standing, intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, bending and lifting product weighing no more than thirty-three (33) pounds. Use of hands and fingers for fine motor tasks, to operate machinery, and handle tools safely. Visual acuity is necessary for reading gauges, inspecting products, and ensuring quality standards. Physical stamina and the ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks are essential.

Problem Solving:

Run orders by due date. Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines. Routine problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of insert styles and production processes. Operators work to standard operating procedures (oral and/or written instructions).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Segment: Machinist, Materials Science, Equipment Operator, Social Media, Manufacturing, Science, Marketing
Location/Region: Orwell, Ohio

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