CNC Operator II - Experienced

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. Approximately 8,700 employees are helping customers in nearly 100 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated $2.1 billion in revenues in fiscal 2023.

2nd shift Mon - Fri 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

• Set up and operate multiple CNC machines such as HAAS, Doosan, and Fadal lathes and mills.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations on surfaces, and machining parameters.
• Modify programs to account for problems encountered during operation.
• Transfer commands from servers to CNC modules, using computer network links.
• Perform and document dimensional and visual inspections of products using micrometers, calipers, gages, verneers, etc. to ensure quality products that match the blueprint.
• Document quality issues as needed.
• Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
• Remove and replace dull cutting tools.
• Lift work pieces to the machine with hoists and cranes.
• Enter labor hours and quantities produced in MII.
• Perform and document set‑up verifications.
• Clean machines, tooling, or parts, using the appropriate cleaning solutions and processes.

• Commit to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
• Handle deviations in routine according to operating procedures and work instructions.
• Follow work instructions, assuring the product is processed according to proper routings and specifications.
• Meet daily departmental production goals and strive to improve on‑time performance.
• Be reliable, dependable, and communicate safety and quality issues with supervisor, team members, and across shifts.

Must have a high school diploma or GED. A 2‑year technical degree is preferred.

Work in environments with varying temperatures and noise exposure. PPE such as safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, cut‑resistant gloves, and task‑specific PPE is required.

Approximately 8–12 hours with scheduled breaks. Tasks include standing, intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, bending, and lifting products weighing no more than 33 lb. Fine‑motor tasks and repetitive focus are essential.

Process orders by due date, follow inspection standards, and address moderate to complex problems using production knowledge. Major decisions receive supervisor attention.

Equal Opportunity Employer