Auto Packaging Operator

Kennametal

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)

United States, Ohio, Orwell

1800 Penniman Rd. (Show on map)

Sep 03, 2026

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 toKennametalto help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more atkennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Job Title: Auto Packaging Operator
Location: Orwell, OH
Shift: 3rd Shift Sunday - Thursday, 11pm - 7am

Job Summary:Setup, run, train, and troubleshoot MPL automated labeling and packing machine(s).

Rewards and Benefits:In addition to competitive pay, employees receive a shift premium of $3.00/hr for 3rd Shift

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment. Paid time off (PTO) (accrual prorated based on employment start date) 4 floating holidays, and 7 company holidays per year. Up to 6% company match to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan. Employee discounts, parental leave, and other benefits. Annual safety shoe stipend

Key Job Responsibilities:
Setup, run, train, and troubleshoot MPL automated Calvary machine. Scope inserts to verify visual characteristics. Scan the correct production information. Set up printer and verify labels, numbers, and product amounts to match route card information. Perform light maintenance tasks to include PM's and troubleshooting of machine inaccuracies. Ex. changing product pads. Gather and verify all raw materials per the route card. Follow standard operating procedures to complete orders. Maintain production for multiple lines while performing other duties as assigned. Complete production records and data entry as required. Sustain 6S standards through good housekeeping and execution of standard work. Follow all company safety procedures in the completion of job duties. Verify that all safety related devices, machine guarding, signage are in place and functioning prior to releasing equipment for production. Wear the required PPE for the job function.

Key Job Accountabilities:Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures. Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions. Operator responsible for following green insert control plan, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and the quantity and style are correct. Work to meet daily departmental production goals. Communicate safety, quality and product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts.

Education and Experience:

Must have High School diploma or GED
2 year technical degree preferred

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.