Braze Operator I - Entry-US

Braze Operator I - Entry-US Kennametal United States, Pennsylvania, Bedford 442 Chalybeate Rd (Show on map) Apr 28, 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 @

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BRAZE OPERATOR I

Bedford, PA Shift:

3rd shift, 11:00PM - 7:00AM (Sunday - Thursday) + 2 weeks PTO + Subsidized healthcare starts day 1 PURPOSE

OF THE POSITION

Braze carbide tips onto steel bodies through electrical induction heating on Automatic Braze lines. Visual inspection of all components during assembly.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general equivalent diploma. Basic math, blueprint reading and gauge-reading Comprehension. Ability to understand written and oral instructions and communicate with supervisors and coworkers.

KEY JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

Safety:

Perform pre-operation checks for both individual machines and work area. Perform safety inspections required for individual machines and associated equipment.

Production:

Assemble conical bit bodies, braze material, and carbide tips Operates braze line at optimal level to meet or exceed established daily production rates that are assigned by shop orders.

Quality:

Inspect parts to meet established ISO requirements.

Delivery:

Support functions and change-overs to meet established due dates.

Cost:

Responsible for tracking and problem solving of the materials used and efficient equipment use to reduce cost.

Inventory:

Responsible for management of WIP and components (i.e., carbide, braze, flux and steel bodies). Perform cycle counts as specified.

Lean:

Participate in lean events and utilize lean processes in daily duties.

TPM:

Perform daily required TPM on associated equipment. 5

S:

Perform daily required 5S activities for work area.

Metrics:

Perform daily activities associated with gathering and posting established metrics.

Data:

Accurate and timely recording of required data (i.e. Production, quality etc) Use additional pages as necessary to fully describe the position accountabilities

Competencies:

Adaptability Analytical Skills Commitment to Excellence Communication Conscious Restraint/Maturity Initiative Integrity Practical Judgment/Disciplined Problem Solving Sense of Urgency/Proactivity Teamwork Roof bit Braze Operator