About this role
About Kennametal With over 85 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. Learn more at kennametal.com . Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube. CNC Operator II Shift: 3rd shift: 10:45pm - 7:15am Job Summary and Mission: Run and program multiple machines producing a quality product to blueprint specifications. Key Job Responsibilities: • Program, set-up and operate multiple machines using blueprints or specifications. • Complete complex computer controlled setup using the HMI (human machine interfaces) to make adjustment to programs or machines. This includes 5-axis & above operating and setting up. • Load and off-load product from multiple machines. • Gage product to insure proper dimensions. • Inspect product to verify visual characteristics and defects. • Check product samples using assigned inspection tools and record inspection results according to process standards. • Place product into appropriate racks. • Separate scrap from good product document accurately. • Scan correct production information. • Maintain tooling used in machines. • Train new operators when required. • Trouble shooting quality and machine issues from moderate to complex. Key Job Accountabilities: • Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures. • Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions. • Operator responsible for following process documents, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and that the quantity and style are correct. • Work to meet daily departmental production goals. • Must be reliable and dependable. • Communicate safety, quality, product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts. Education & Experience: • Must have High School diploma or GED • 2 year technical degree ( preferred) Work Environment: • Working in environments with varying temperatures and exposure to noise may be required. • Some environments may include controlled temperatures and dust collection systems. • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required: Safety glasses with side-shields, safety shoes, gloves, and cut resistant gloves when necessary. Physical Demands: • Approximately eight (8) or twelve (12) hours with scheduled break periods. • Standing, intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, bending and lifting product weighing no more than thirty-three (33) pounds. • Use of hands and fingers for fine motor tasks, to operate machinery, and handle tools safely. • Visual acuity is necessary for reading gauges, inspecting products, and ensuring quality standards. • Physical stamina and the ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks are essential. Problem Solving: • Run orders by due date. Follow process documents and inspection standards. • Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines. • Must inspect and modify tooling as required. • Moderate to complex problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of insert style, production processes and in some cases, coordination with technical experts inside and outside of the plant. • Recurring problems and major decisions receive supervisor attention. Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.