Furnace Operator at Kennametal NA in Huntsville, Alabama

Job Description:

About Kennametal


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 www.kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.


Operator Furnace




Duties and Responsibilities:



• Observe all safety rules and wear appropriate PPE, where required. Report all safety incidents, unsafe acts and conditions.

• Loads boats and places boats into furnace

• Unloads boats

• Maintain temperature of furnaces with pyrometer

• Maintains records of furnace temperature and furnace production

• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance on furnaces

• Perform other related duties as assigned



Equipment Used:



Personal Protective Equipment, Crane, Scale, Screeners, Scoops, Furnaces, Load/Unload Tables, Powder Bins, Pyrometer, Forklift, and Tow Motor



Skills/Knowledge Required:



• Must be able to read and write

• Good interpersonal skills and able to work in a team environment

• Basic Mathematical Skills

• Record Keeping Skills



Physical Requirements:



• Must be able to use both hands at the same time while pushing, pulling, twisting bending, lifting, stooping, and walking

• Must be able to work for long periods, while standing

• Must have good eye/hand coordination with all physical movements well coordinated



Job Conditions & Hazards:



• Moderate Dust

• Must be able to lift up to 33 pounds

• Potential strains, pinch points, and lacerations

• Hot Surfaces



Education Guidelines:



• High School Diploma or GED



Experience Guidelines:



• Minimum of one year experience working in a manufacturing environment

Equal Opportunity Employer



Nearest Major Market: Huntsville

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