Manufacturing Machine Operator (Top & bottom grind)-2nd Shift
LaVergne, TN, US, 37086
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.
Manufacturing Machine Operator
LaVergne, TN
Monday - Friday, 3PM - 11PM -Training will be on first shift
| Job Summary and Mission Describe the purpose of the job |
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| Operate multiple Stahli or Blanchard grinding machines to produce high-quality products in accordance with blueprint specifications and production standards. | |||||
| Key Job Responsibilities These describe the job duties |
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| - Set up and operate top and bottom grinding machines, including Stahli 605 and 702 models. | |||||
| - Install, change, and dress grinding wheels as required. | |||||
| - Determine required stock removal while maintaining tolerance specifications. | |||||
| - Gauge inserts to ensure dimensional accuracy. | |||||
| - Visually inspect inserts using scopes to verify surface characteristics. | |||||
| - Operate additional equipment as needed to support production. | |||||
| - Set up machines and troubleshoot basic to moderately complex issues independently. | |||||
| Key Job Accountabilities These describe the job duties |
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| - Adhere strictly to all safety procedures and demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work practices. | |||||
| - Follow operating procedures and work instructions for non-standard operations. | |||||
| - Ensure all products meet specifications outlined in control plans, routings, and blueprints. | |||||
| - Maintain consistent production output to meet daily departmental goals. | |||||
| - Exhibit reliability and dependability in attendance and task execution. | |||||
| - Communicate safety concerns, quality issues, and production updates with supervisors and peers across all shifts. | |||||
| Education and Experience | |||||
| - High school diploma or GED required. | |||||
| - Previous experience with grinding equipment preferred. | |||||
| Work Environment | |||||
| - Controlled indoor environment with temperature regulation and dust collection systems. | |||||
| - Personal protective equipment (PPE) required: safety glasses with side shields, safety shoes, and gloves (including cut-resistant gloves when applicable). | |||||
| Physical Demands | |||||
| - Standing for approximately eight hours per shift, with two scheduled breaks. | |||||
| - Periodic walking, reaching, bending, and light lifting. | |||||
| - Must be able to lift insert trays weighing up to 33 pounds. | |||||
| Problem Solving | |||||
| - Complete assigned production orders by due date and according to operational guidelines. | |||||
| - Solve routine problems using standard operating procedures and job-specific knowledge. | |||||
| - Interpret and execute verbal and written instructions efficiently. | |||||
| - Apply acquired knowledge of insert styles and production processes to maintain output quality. |
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