Machinist II

About the role

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 be interacting in a high pace environment alongside various plant personnel or independently repairing issues, making fixture, developing tooling and problem solving. The expectation for this position is to develop and grow into an experienced machinist position. Training under the guidance of our senior machinist learning how to use CNC Lathes and Mills supporting other areas of the Plant making tooling and fixturing.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and maintaining the building and all equipment inside the Kennametal Manufacturing Plant
• Interacting in a high‑pace environment alongside plant personnel or working independently
• Repairing issues, making fixtures, developing tooling, and problem solving
• Training under senior machinists on CNC lathes and mills
• Supporting other plant areas by making tooling and fixturing

Qualifications

• 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 maker (preferred)
• Ability to understand instructions, follow plant processes and procedures, plan, coordinate, and direct work while prioritizing efforts
• Flexibility to work overtime, including Saturdays
• Participation in the Spill Response program is required

Skills

• Efficiently Machining
• CNC machining & programming - Lathes, Mills, ED