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  • Quality Systems Engineer

    Lebanon, Ohio

    unspecified Salary not disclosed

    Quality Systems Engineer Lebanon, Ohio Overview KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLC (KBC) is an established leader in equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. For 150 years, we've helped our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies. Our sustainability efforts have been nationally recognized, and Kadant is also listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Lebanon, OH, where we design and manufacture our products for customers across the globe. We currently seek to fill the position of Quality Systems Engineer to support the ongoing development of company's quality systems and efforts to resolve customer complaints and warranty situations through effective corrective actions. The Quality Systems Engineer performs supplier site inspections and audits to determine if products meet KBC and customer requirements, all while advancing KBC's mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business. Position is located in-person in Lebanon, OH; hours of work are M-F 8 AM to 5 PM or similar schedule. Responsibilities Coordinates Customer Corrective Action Requests (CCARs) from start to finish. Interacts with KBC personnel in resolving nonconformance/warranty situations. Drives CCAR root cause analysis, product failure analysis, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence of product problems or process breakdowns. Communicates CCAR updates to KBC personnel and updates Epicor (ERP) documentation. Analyzes CCAR data and provides continuous improvement suggestions for internal and supplier processes. Assists with processing remote quality inspections submitted by KBC suppliers and resolves any issues that need

  • Manufacturing Engineer

    Saltillo, Mississippi

    unspecified Salary not disclosed

    Manufacturing Engineer Saltillo, Mississippi Overview Provides tooling, equipment, process design, and ability to produce reviews, Lean leadership and other technical support for manufacturing processes in the Tupelo facility. Responsibilities Identify and implement Manufacturing process improvements and upgrades where appropriate. May develop Capital Expense Requests and Proposals for submittal. Provide technical expertise and support to manufacturing to meet customer deliveries. Identify and implement Waste Reduction solutions as part of Continuous Improvement program. Participate on and implement preventive actions recommended by the Hazard Elimination Team. Lead selected Kaizen events to reduce waste and improve process flow. Conduct production/manufacturing reviews to ensure product designs are producible and cost effective. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical) required. Five or more years of experience providing technical support in a metal fabrication environment. Training and certification as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Capable of leading focused Kaizen teams in Continuous improvement projects. Proficient with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD and MS Office applications. Identify and implement Manufacturing process improvements and upgrades where appropriate. May develop Capital Expense Requests and Proposals for submittal. Provide technical expertise and support to manufacturing to meet customer deliveries. Identify and implement Waste Reduction solutions as part of Continuous Improvement program. Participate on and implement preventive actions recommended by the Hazard Elimination Team. Lead selected Kaizen events to reduce waste and improve process flow. Conduct production/manufacturing reviews to ensure product designs are producible and cost effective. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical) required. Five or

  • CNC Machinist - Second Shift

    Lebanon, Ohio

    unspecified Salary not disclosed

    CNC Machinist - Second Shift Lebanon, Ohio Overview KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLC is an established leader in equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. For 150 years, we've helped our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies. Our sustainability efforts have been nationally recognized, and Kadant is also listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Lebanon, OH, where we design and manufacture our products for customers across the globe. We currently seek to fill the role of CNC Machinist - First Shift to machine component parts to pre-determined dimensions and tolerances while staying within assigned router hours, all while advancing KBC's mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business. Responsibilities Sets up, adjusts, and efficiently operates CNC machine tools to perform diversified and difficult operations requiring close/exact tolerances on products with various dimensions and unusual contours and finish specifications. Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials into machine. Maintains and inspects cutting tools for sharpness and usability. Calculates and sets controls and programming to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut. Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls as required. Basic programming skills. Cleans and maintains machine, tooling, and parts to ensure that equipment is in optimal production condition. Maintains and edits CNC programs to fine tune process for optimum

  • Field Foreman, Corrugated Packaging

    Three Rivers, Michigan

    unspecified Salary not disclosed

    Field Foreman, Corrugated Packaging Three Rivers, Michigan Overview Kadant Johnson is seeking a results-driven, customer focused, and hands-on colleague with strong pipefitting and welding experience to join our team as a Field Foreman. This role combines field expertise with leadership responsibilities, overseeing installations, troubleshooting, and contractor management while ensuring work is performed safely and efficiently. The position is based out of Three Rivers, Michigan. Responsibilities Lead and perform pipefitting and welding on steam, condensate, water, and air systems in corrugating packaging plants Read, interpret, and work from P&IDs, drawings, and technical specifications Manage and coordinate third party contractors and ensure work meets Kadant Johnson and customer standards Support equipment installs, modifications, and troubleshooting on corrugator systems Provide accurate measurements, sketches, and documentation of system changes Work closely with engineering, service, and project management teams to ensure project success Maintain safety, quality, and performance standards while managing field operations Assist with developing scope of work, preparation of proposals, and supporting customer needs Qualifications The preferred candidate for this position will have a minimum of ten years working in the corrugated packaging industry at a box plant or for a contractor/supplier that supports the corrugated packaging industry, have millwright or pipefitter experience, and be willing and able to travel up to 50-75% of the time including short notice trips, weekends, and occasional holidays based on customer needs. The successful candidate will have in-depth mechanical knowledge of corrugator equipment, be able to identify problems and opportunities, have the ability to work independently, communicate

  • Welder - Second Shift

    Lebanon, Ohio

    unspecified Salary not disclosed

    Welder - Second Shift Lebanon, Ohio Overview KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLC is an established leader in equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. For 150 years, we've helped our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies. Our sustainability efforts have been nationally recognized, and Kadant is also listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Lebanon, OH, where we design and manufacture our products for customers across the globe. We currently seek to fill the position of Welder on second shift (M-TH 4:15 PM to 2:45 AM) to assemble and weld components according to blueprints or specific instructions, all while advancing KBC's mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business. Responsibilities Welds components to specified instructions, utilizing standard welding equipment (TIG, Flux Core, MIG, Stick) to predetermined dimensions and tolerance. Verifies and acknowledges component part is properly prepared, fabricated, and braced for the weld process specified. Able to operate brake press, hydraulic presses, drill press, and hydraulic rollers. Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area. Accurately records job transactions and router hours. Abides by all KBC policies with emphasis on attendance and safety. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair. Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints. Excellent ability to read and

  • Ceramic Blade Maker

    Auburn, Massachusetts

    unspecified Salary not disclosed

    Ceramic Blade Maker Auburn, Massachusetts Overview This position will set up and operate a precision automatic ceramic grinding machine. They will produce items from various materials to blue print, sketches and work instructions. They will perform all blade processing operations in ceramic and other blade departments. Responsibilities Exemplary Duties/Responsibilities: Work independently in planning, layout, setting up and operating the precision automatic ceramic blade grinder. Responsible for producing product with specification and applicable procedures/work instructions. Perform basic machine maintenance. Perform all processing operations in ceramic and other blade departments, including but not limited to beveling, honing, grinding, punching, cutoff, packaging and assembly of product. Participate in development of processes to enable production of unique and undocumented processes. Maintain a clean, organized and efficient work area. Fully responsible for the quality of their own work. Comply with all company safety policies, procedures and practices. Must be a team player and participate in efforts to achieve departmental and company goals. Work overtime as required. Perform other duties as assigned. *** This position includes the opportunity to travel to Germany with other company employees to receive hands on training from the original equipment manufacturer on newly purchased equipment. This company paid trip will provide valuable experience and technical knowledge essential to the role*** Who is Kadant Solutions Division? Kadant Solutions, based in Auburn, Massachusetts, develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of doctoring, cleaning, filtration, and forming systems and related consumables used in process industries worldwide including construction roofing materials, food processing, metals processing,

  • Cut-off Operator/ Material Stockroom Associate

    Auburn, Massachusetts

    unspecified Salary not disclosed

    Cut-off Operator/ Material Stockroom Associate Auburn, Massachusetts Overview Will set up and operate sawing machines. Produce items from various materials to blue print, sketches and work instructions. Maintain raw material storage area and keep inventory under control. Responsibilities Works independently in planning, layout, setting up and operating the sawing machines. Produce items from various materials to blueprints, sketches and work instructions. Maintain raw material storage area and keep inventory under control. Pull and return raw materials as required. Responsible for producing product within specification and applicable procedures/work instructions. Perform basic machine maintenance and blade replacement. Maintains a clean, organized and efficient work area. Fully responsible for the quality of their own work. Comply with all company safety policies, procedures and practices. Must be a team player and participate in efforts to achieve departmental and company goals. Works overtime as required. Perform other duties as assigned. Who is Kadant Solutions Division? Kadant Solutions, based in Auburn, Massachusetts, develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of doctoring, cleaning, filtration, and forming systems and related consumables used in process industries worldwide including construction roofing materials, food processing, metals processing, nonwovens, pulp and paper, textiles and fibers, and tissue. Why consider joining the Kadant team? Kadant is named as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 2024 by Newsweek Kadant was named as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 by Newsweek Kadant was named to Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies in 2023.and 2024.e 100% of Kadant's energy comes from renewable sources.

  • Machine Operator - Second Shift

    Lebanon, Ohio

    unspecified Salary not disclosed

    Machine Operator - Second Shift Lebanon, Ohio Overview KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLC is an established leader in equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. For 150 years, we've helped our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies. Our sustainability efforts have been nationally recognized, and Kadant is also listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Lebanon, OH, where we design and manufacture our products for customers across the globe. We currently seek to fill the role of Machine Operator on second shift (M-TH 4:15 PM to 2:45 AM) to accurately operate various production machines, such as waterjet, gang drills, u-clip cutter, wave machine, shear, and punch press, all whie advancing KBC's mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business. This position is also eligible for a 20% shift differential! Responsibilities Accurately processes parts following blueprints and other written and verbal specifications, while meeting scheduled router hours. Sets up, adjusts, and efficiently operates machine tools to perform operations requiring close/exact tolerances on products with various dimensions and finish specifications. Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials into machine. Maintains and inspects cutting tools for sharpness and usability. Calculates and sets controls and programming to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, and coolant flow. Starts and observes machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance processing and adjusts machine controls as required. Cleans and maintains machine tooling and