Position: Manufacturing Operator Experienced-US With over 80 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. Every day approximately 8,700 employees are helping customers in nearly 100 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated $2.1 billion in revenues in fiscal 2023. Learn more at Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Linked In and You Tube. Shift: 1st, Monday – Friday, 6am – 2pm Job Summary and Mission: Responsible for performing all necessary functions in accordance with standard practices and procedures and/or instructions to operate or tend furnaces to melt metal before the casting or atomization process. Key Job Responsibilities: • Regulate supplied energy to heat furnaces and adjust temperatures. • Draw smelted metal samples from furnace for analysis and calculate types and amounts of materials needed to ensure that materials meet specifications. • Observe and record data using various instruments such as pyrometers, gas analyzers, meters, and charts. • Weigh materials to be charged into furnaces, using scales. • Record production data and maintain production logs, both paper and electronic. • Observe air and temperature gauges or metal color and fluidity and adjust controls to maintain required temperatures. • Operate controls to move or discharge molten metal from furnaces. • Inspect furnaces and equipment for defects and wear, assuring that furnaces are always in safe working condition. • Maintain, rebuild and/or reline pouring pots, ladles, furnaces as needed. • Prepare material to load into furnaces. • Remove impurities from the surface of molten metal using strainers. • Clean complete system to avoid contamination from other products. • Resolve issues related to production, machinery, and/or processing operations. Education: • Must have High school diploma or general equivalent diploma. Required Skills: • Commitment to working safely and ability to understand and follow all safety procedures. • Technical understanding of furnace operation and components. • Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs to furnace equipment. • Ability to monitor temperatures, pressure, and other critical parameters. • Skilled in maintaining accurate logs of operation, maintenance, and safety checks. • Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to furnace operation. • Capability to perform manual labor and stand for long periods. • Ability to work collaboratively with other operators and staff in a manufacturing environment. • Ability to communicate effectively with team members. Equal Opportunity Employer Nearest Major Market: Elkhart Nearest Secondary Market: South Bend Job Segment: Paper, Materials Science, Industrial, Manufacturing, Science, Marketing #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Foamcraft is the leader in foam fabrication and has been for decades. We are looking for individuals to join our family as CNC Saw Operators at our Goshen, Indiana location. We utilize multiple saw types, including CNC saws. Foamcraft was founded in 1952. Now, 70 years later, Foamcraft has grown from one small foam shop in downtown Indianapolis to five facilities across Indiana. We are committed to positively contributing to the community and providing creative and meaningful work. We pride ourselves on being the best employment opportunity in Foam fabrication because of: • Stability – We were founded 70 years ago, and we aren’t going anywhere. • Rest – Working on Sundays has never, and will never, be an option for us. • Growth – Over 50% of our plant management staff worked their way up. • Air Conditioning – Every single building at Foamcraft is air conditioned. • Bonus – One way we show care for our employees through bonuses. Employees are eligible for $0.50 increases four times in the first year based on performance – or up to $2 in the first year. We also pay a $120 weekly perfect attendance incentive for all those who qualify. Key responsibilities will include: • Cutting foam with accuracy and in the correct quantity. • Drawing patterns and marking foam as directed. • Organizing cut materials in a neat and orderly fashion. • Lifting and moving materials with proper techniques. • Observing all safety rules and regulations. An ideal candidate will have a positive attitude towards their coworkers and their job. They must have an ability to interpret dimensions and perform quick math tasks, while focusing on safety. They must be able to understand and follow all company policies and regulations. This is considered “light” manufacturing and we will provide training. Must be able to read a tape measure. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>Becoming a machinist in Goshen, IN typically begins with specialized training, which can be pursued through apprenticeships, community colleges, or technical training programs. These programs, which last between 4 to 5 years, provide a blend of hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with an average salary of $42,147 annually. In Goshen, IN, machinists earn an average of $1,171 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $236,921 annually. The demand for skilled machinists is supported by the growing manufacturing sector, which is projected to grow from $127.39 billion in 2023 to approximately $171.37 billion by 2029, representing a compound annual growth rate of 5.07%. This growth highlights the promising career opportunities and earning potential for those entering the machining trade in Goshen, IN.
