Operator (2nd Shift Dry Press)

Kyocera International Inc. is hiring an Operatorat our Hendersonville NC facility!

Pay Range - $18 to $22.56 per hour (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience education market qualifications and skills.

With nearly 80000 employees globally Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries including aerospace automotive Medical applications and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles! Check out our profile video!

Look at these PERKS!

• Competitive pay benefits and hours
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (thats 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company match
• Pension
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement

We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!) a vital company mission and an excellent benefits package that includes medical dental vision life insurance paid time off to volunteer paid leave options tuition reimbursement an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Our larger locations also feature onsite gyms walking tracks exercise rooms and employee gardens!

We strive to have a diverse workforce from all backgrounds including minorities women and veterans who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for.

Kyocera International Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder Dr. Kazuo Inamori which you can learn more about here: Our company motto is Do the right thing as a human being and we try to use that motto constantly in our decision-making.

What Youll Do:

As an Operator youll play a hands-on role in preparing inspecting and running parts through production machines. Youll work from written instructions and collaborate with team leads to ensure quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure a continuous and efficient flow of production parts to assigned machines or processes. While tasks may be repetitive consistent attention to machine operation and detail is required

• Unload ceramic and other components inspect parts as needed and identify remove and document any nonconforming materials

• Accurately record production metrics (e.g. weight length ID OD density counts) using basic computer systems. Maintain quality tools and ensure precise recordkeeping

• Monitor and document machine performance including conducting required checks every two hours. Perform minor maintenance as needed and promptly report major repair requirements

• Accurately complete all production documentation including shift pass-down information. Maintain a clean safe and organized work environment

• Adhere to all safety and Quality Assurance standards by properly following departmental machine operating procedures

• Support the companys 5S initiatives by maintaining cleanliness and addressing spills or hazards immediately

• Properly use handheld measuring instruments and provide guidance to less experienced operators on measurement techniques

• Safely transport parts to and from machines to prevent damage. Cross-train in CMM and other advanced measurement systems

• Comply with all applicable company policies and standards including those of Kyocera International Inc. such as ISO 9000 ISO 14001 ISO 18001 ITAR and other site-specific regulatory requirements

• Produce precision components within the time constraints specified on work orders/travelers and provide support to machinists as needed

• Utilize G-code and M-code commands at the machine controller to make necessary adjustments

• Perform other related duties as assigned

What Youll Bring:

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• 12 years of experience in a machining environment or Machine Technology certificate preferred
• Ability to read and follow verbal/written instructions in English
• Basic math skills including fractions and decimals
• Familiarity with mechanical drawings and GD&T
• Good vision and depth perception for inspection tools
• Willingness to wear clean-room apparel (finger cots masks etc.)
• Physical capability to meet production demands including extended standing or walking routine movement and positioning fine motor skills for handling small parts and tools and lifting up to 30 lbs. as required
• Eligibility to work in an ITAR-regulated environment

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

Physical Activities:
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand walk sit use hands to finger handle or feel reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to climb or balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Environmental Conditions:
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts work in high precarious places fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Additional Information:
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International Inc. values diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact Kyocera International Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.