Job Description

About Kennametal

With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 8,700 employees are helping customers in nearly 100 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated $2.1 billion in revenues in fiscal 2023. Learn more at www.kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Job Summary  

• Prepare and operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) machinery
• Operates and sets up complex, customized production equipment to manufacture company products.
• Quality inspection during work processes. Follow quality procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Under the direction of Manufacturing Supervisor:

• Set up and operate all related equipment and hand tools
• Move all materials, either physically or mechanically, necessary to complete assignments
• Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines
• Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
• Produce high quality endmills
• Perform inspection of finished products to ensure external and internal quality specifications and requirements
• Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure the functionality
• Meet production KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)

Knowledge And Experience:

• Technical abilities are of high importance
• Proven experience as a CNC operator preferred but working metal experience in other domains will be accepted.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, blueprints, etc.
• Computer savvy with a basic understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM
• System processing experience preferred
• Willing to work 3 shifts (if needed)
• Proactive, aggressive, well-organized, and hardworking
• Ability to operate as a team member
• Ability to learn the job fast

As part of our core values, Kennametal is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all people. We are an Equal Opportunity employer.