Manufacturing Machine Operator II – 2nd Shift

Kennametal

. Set up, run, train, and troubleshoot Post-Coat Wetblast manual and automated machines .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeOrwell • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and troubleshooting Post-Coat Wetblast machines, ensuring quality control through visual inspection and adherence to safety procedures. Proficient in using software tools like SAP MII and understanding ISO procedures for effective production management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Post-Coat Wetblast Machine OperationVisual Inspection and Quality ControlSAP MII ProficiencyPreventive MaintenanceBasic Math Skills

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Hard Skills

Machine TroubleshootingInsert IdentificationBlueprint ReadingProcess SetupMicroscope OperationQuality Management System (QMS) NavigationPreventive Maintenance ProceduresAutomated Machine OperationManual Machine OperationProduction Goal Achievement

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Post-Coat Wetblast Machines30X MicroscopeSAP MII Software

Industry Keywords

ISO ProceduresInspection Control PlansSafety ProceduresCarbide InsertsDefect Criteria

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up, run, train, and troubleshoot Post-Coat Wetblast manual and automated machines
Load and unload carbide inserts into automated wetblast machines
Confirm incoming inserts and count them
Set up orders using the appropriate program, process, and trays
Run machines in automated or manual mode
Observe and verify inserts are processed to standard
Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics
Determine blast success based on visual appearance
Adjust blaster-machine pressures and times as needed
Monitor machine processes
Scan correct information
Perform CLI and preventive maintenance during shifts, weekly, and monthly according to guidelines
Follow inspection control plans, routings, specifications, quantities, and styles
Meet daily departmental production goals
Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisors, team members, and across shifts
Run orders by due date and resolve routine problems using learned process and machine knowledge

Requirements

What you’ll need

Able to do basic math
Ability to read and understand defect criteria, insert identification, blueprints, routings, and operating procedures
Ability to use a personal computer and software such as SAP MII
Ability to locate information in QMS and the Kennametal Intranet for ISO Procedures and work instructions
Able to handle inserts with fingers without chipping
Understand proper use of 30X Microscope
Ability to communicate with set-up persons, inspectors, supervisors, and managers
Proficiency reached in eight (8) weeks or less
Complete classes in insert identification in six (6) months or less
Commitment to working safely and understanding all safety procedures
Safety glasses with side-shields required
Safety shoes required
Ability to stand approximately eight hours per shift, with intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, and bending
Ability to lift insert trays weighing no more than 33 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2.00/hr shift premium for 2nd Shift
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment
Paid time off (PTO)
4 floating holidays
7 company holidays per year
Up to 6% company match to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee discounts
Parental leave
Annual safety shoe stipend