Machinist

About the role

Kennametal Inc. is an industrial technology leader with over 85 years of experience. We provide materials science, tooling, and wear-resistant solutions to customers in aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering, and transportation industries. For more information, visit kennametal.com.

Job Description

This is a skilled trade position responsible for supporting and maintaining the building and all the equipment inside the Kennametal Manufacturing Plant. The individual will interact with plant personnel or work independently to repair issues, make fixtures, develop tooling, and solve problems. The expectation is for this position to develop into an experienced machinist role.

Skills Sets/Requirements

• Efficiently Machining
• CNC machining & programming - Lathes, Mills, EDM and Grinders
• Variety of controls systems – Fanuc, Haas, Siemens, ProTrack
• Manual machining & programming – Lathes, Mills, and Grinders
• SAP PM or comparable CMMS Systems
• Email / Microsoft Office
• Master Cam / CAD / Solid Works / Blueprint reading
• Measurement tools – Calipers, Micrometers, Indicators
• Welding – Tig, Mig, Arc & Orbital
• Work in Metric or English measurements
• Fabrication
• Plasma Cutting
• Metal shaping and bending

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Completion of a Machinist or Tool & Die training program preferred
• Four (4) years of experience working as a Machinist or Tool & Die marker preferred
• The ability to understand instructions, follow plant processes and procedures, plan, coordinate, and direct their work while prioritizing efforts
• The ability to work overtime including Saturdays
• Participation in the Spill Response program is required

Work Environment

Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems. Safety glasses with side-shields required. Safety shoes required. Cut resistant gloves when necessary.

Physical Demands

Approximately 8 hours standing/walking with two break opportunities per eight-hour work period. Frequent reaching, climbing, and bending. Lifting up to thirty-three (33) pounds.

Problem Solving

Gather and analyze information, utilize learned skills, and critical reasoning to develop options and solve moderate to complex problems.