Manufacturing Operator Entry-US

About Kennametal

Manufacturing Operator

working specifically in the Sintering Department

Shift:

• Load/unload, start/stop and operate sintering furnaces.
• Remove sintered heats from the furnaces, break down loads and deliver product to their designated departments.
• Follow established procedures for running and checking furnaces to ensure all systems are operating correctly.
• Remove Quality Control lab tests and place in proper envelopes.
• Remove box tests and deliver to the appropriate focus factory.
• Pull samples and record inspection results.
• Maintain heat run sheets and file reports in file cabinets.
• Scan in correct information using the MII platform.
• Perform routine furnace maintenance(CLI checklist).
• May assist with sinter set up, sandblast, destage, slurry, plate coating and other related duties as needed.
• Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems.
• Exposure to heat and residue odors when unloading furnaces, especially if there is a malfunction.
• Safety glasses with side-shields required.
• Safety steel-toe shoes required.
• Gloves, heat and/or cut resistant gloves when necessary.
• Intermittent walking, reaching or lifting above shoulder height, sitting and bending.
• Lifting heavy furnace trays weighing up to thirty-three (33) pounds above shoulder height.
• Approximately 8-10 hours standing with five break opportunities per twelve-hour work period.
  

Education Level

• Must have High School diploma or GED.
  

Due to the nature of the operations at this facility, consideration as an applicant is limited to individuals who are either a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident. An expression of interest from anyone who is not a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident will not proceed for consideration as an applicant.