Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLC located in Lebanon, Ohio is an established leader in OEM equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. We are proud of our long history serving the industry and our success in offering technically differentiated solutions. Kadant is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). 

We currently seek to fill the position of an Injection Molding Machine Operator on first shift (M-F 7 AM to 3:30 PM) to accurately operate various injection molding machines, all while advancing KBC’s mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manages raw molding materials in a way that ensures traceability and prevents contamination.
• Operates injection molding machines ranging from 400 tons to 1100 tons.
• Exercises special care to ensure the machine is running correctly, as damage to a machine may be costly.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of KBC product.
• Accurately records job transactions.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Possesses general knowledge of Fanuc robots.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and plans.
• Demonstrates KBC values of personal accountability, discipline, trust, and proactive action.

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with preference for graduates of an accredited technical school. Must have knowledge of standard tools, materials, methods. Also requires ability to read blueprints, operate forklift and overhead crane, read measuring instruments, and maintain machinery and equipment.

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds occasionally; anything over 60 pounds requires two people, or the use of a lifting device. The ability to climb and work from ladders, operate lifting devices, and move around the shop floor without assistance is required. May also be required to work in confined spaces, crawling in, on, and under equipment. Must be able to tolerate exposure to a typical shop environment, i.e. extreme heat, cold, dust, noise, fumes, and other elements. Must wear safety glasses and steel toed shoes, along with additional PPE as required or needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

As a global supplier of high-value, critical components and engineered systems used in virgin and recycled paper stock preparation and paper machine approach-flow applications, we help our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies.

Company Description

As a global supplier of high-value, critical components and engineered systems used in virgin and recycled paper stock preparation and paper machine approach-flow applications, we help our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies.

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