Blade Maker

Company: Kadant Solutions Division
Location: Auburn
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

The blade maker is responsible for producing blades from various materials to the specifications of blueprints, sketches and work instructions. Tasks will include working with machines such as shears, drill presses, bevel grinders, skivers and cutting stock to length, flattening, straighten, punch, blank, perforate, tap and rip to width and rout contours to shape and assemble blades.
Basic shop mathematics and an understanding of the order of operations and good manufacturing practices is essential. The Blade Maker must be able to correctly use and read basic measuring tools such as vernier calipers, tape measures and scales. Verbal and written communications skills to convey information within the organization and the ability to solve practical manufacturing problems with little guidance is important. Also, the position requires organizational skills and responsibility for the quality of work.
Successful candidates will have a high school diploma or the equivalent plus two years of manufacturing experience with exposure to fabricating and assembly operations. Experience with the methods and devices to lift heavy irregularly shaped objects such as cranes and power lifts is essential.
This candidate will work directly for the General Foreman and Assistant Foreman. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest along with a resume to Kadant Solutions Division Human Resources at hire.ksd@kadant.com

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