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Operator 3 (Swing Shift, 4x10s)

Join Kyocera International, Inc. We're hiring an Operator 3 at our Vancouver, WA! Salary Range: $19 - $23 hourly (Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors)

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.

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