CNC Operator I - Entry-US

About the role

Kennametal Inc. is an industrial technology leader offering productivity to customers through materials science, tooling, and wear-resistant solutions. Customers in aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering, and transportation rely on Kennametal for precision and efficiency in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multiple CNC Carbide Presses including Dorst, Osterwalder, or PCT.
• Computer-controlled setup of these machines.
• Make adjustments to CNC programs as part of setup.
• Load and off-load trays from multiple presses.
• Gage parts to ensure proper dimensions.
• Scope parts to verify visual characteristics.
• Select and weigh Tungsten powder for pressing into green parts.
• Separate scrap from good parts and document accurately.
• Scan correct production information in Mii.
• Maintain tooling used in machines, resurfacing as needed.
• Operate other equipment as needed.
• Train new operators when required.
• Operate with reliability and dependability.
• Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisor, team members, and across shifts.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-year technical degree preferred.
• 1+ years manufacturing experience required.
• Experience with CNC or PLC machine controls preferred.

Qualifications

• Commitment to working safely and understanding all safety procedures.
• Follow routine procedures and/or work instructions.
• Absorb and apply knowledge of product type, production processes, and sometimes coordinate with technical experts.
• Solve recurring problems and major decisions with supervisor/lead attention.

Skills

• Ability to troubleshoot moderate to complex problems.
• Knowledge of quality inspection plans.
• Ability to inspect tooling as required.

Benefits

Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems. Safety glasses with side-shields required. Safety Shoes are required. Gloves, cut-resistant gloves when necessary.

Physical Demands

• Approximately 8-10 hours standing.
• Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Lifting up to thirty-three (33) pounds.

Problem Solving

• Run orders by due date.
• Follow Press Data Sheet and Inspection Standards.
• Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines.

Prioritization

• Must inspect tooling as required.
• Solve moderate to complex problems using learned knowledge of product type, production processes, and sometimes coordination with technical experts.

Pay

Details TBD.

Schedule

Shift: 3rd, Sunday - Thursday, 11pm-7:30am