Manufacturing Chemical Process Operator II - Entry

Overview

Kennametal has an immediate opening for a dependable CNC Machinist to work at its manufacturing site located in New Albany, IN. The facility is a clean, temperature-controlled, and organized shop with many machines less than 10 years old. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing company that offers highly competitive pay, excellent benefits and generous paid time off.

Location:

New Albany, IN, US | On-site

Shift: 2nd shift, Monday
- Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM • $1.00/hour shift differential

Job Level: Manufacturing Chemical Process Operator II
- Entry-US

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

• Load, unload, start/stop and operate vacuum furnaces.
• Remove braze/HT loads from furnaces, break down downloads, and deliver product to designated departments.
• Follow established procedures for running and checking furnaces to ensure all systems operate correctly.
• Maintain heat run sheets and file reports as required.
• Scan in correct information using the MII platform. Perform routine furnace maintenance (TPM/PM checklist).
• May assist with braze/HT setup, grit blasting, breakdown and other related duties as needed.
• Commit to safe work practices and follow all safety procedures.
• Operate furnaces according to written procedures updated by technology or management; implement changes as needed with correct programs.
• Address deviations in routine according to operating procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure product is processed according to proper routings, specifications, and quantity/quality requirements.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals and communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisor and across shifts.

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-year technical degree preferred
• Experience in an environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems
• Exposure to heat when unloading furnaces
• Safety glasses with side shields required
• Safety metatarsal shoes required
• Sleeves, heat- and cut-resistant gloves, and forced-air units when necessary

• Approximately 8 hours standing with two 10-minute break opportunities per shift
• Intermittent walking, reaching or lifting above shoulder height, sitting and bending
• Lifting up to 33 pounds

• Follow control plans and instructions
• Identify unusual problems and take appropriate actions
• Use latitude to resolve problems not covered by established guidelines
• Supervisor or team lead available for assistance