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Kyocera International, Inc. Operator 3 (2nd Shift) in Vancouver, Washington
Description Join Kyocera International, Inc. We're hiring an Operator 3 (Swing Shift, 4x10s) at our Vancouver, WA! Salary Range: $19 - $23 hourly (Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors) Why Kyocera? With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles - and we're just getting started. What Makes Us Stand Out? We don't just offer jobs - we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here's what you can expect: Generous Time Off 3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year) 10 paid holidays annually Financial Wellness Competitive pay 401(k) with company match Employer-paid pension plan Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Investing in You Tuition reimbursement Paid time off to volunteer Flexible schedules Work-Life Balance & Culture Onsite gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations Long-tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!) Inclusive and diverse workforce A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being Our Philosophy Kyocera's culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here: Kyocera Values Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and become part of a team that's shaping the future - one innovation at a time. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION The Operator 3 position is responsible for the proper preparation, cleaning loading, inspection and running of parts in 1-4 production machines with limited supervision. Works from written instructions, work orders, standard programs, and instructions given by the supervisor or lead. Regularly trains other operators. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED Required 4+ year experience in a machining environment and/or Machine Technology Certificate or appropriate education Ability to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide all units of measure including common and decimal fractions Familiarity with mechanical drawings/blueprints, including GDT Vision and depth perception suitable for use of handheld inspection tools Willingness to wear finger cots, masks, and/or clean-room apparel Ability to either stand or walk for extended periods of shift Ability to bend, push, pull, reach, grab, turn, twist, and/or stoop Ability to grab small parts or hand tools with hands Ability to lift and/or carry up to 30 lbs. depending on the specific function. Eligible to work in an ITAR environment ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains the flow of production parts into the assigned machine or process. Work can be highly repetitive but requires attention to machines. Unload variety of custom parts may inspect them to remove and record any defective parts. Basic computer operation for recording metrics (weight, length, ID, OD, density or counts etc.) Maintain quality tools and accurate record keeping. Monitors and documents the operation of the assigned machines including periodic watches every 2 hours; performs minor maintenance and reports major repairs needed, to equipment as required. Properly records information on production as instructed including pass down information. Keeps work area clean, safe, and organized. Maintains safety and Quality Assurance standards by knowing and applying proper procedures for operating the machines within the department. Assists with compan