CNC Operator - Entry

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  Follow @Kennametal:
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Rogers, AR

2nd, Monday - Friday, 3pm - 11:30pm

Run multiple Osterwalder, Dorst, or PCT presses producing a quality product to blueprint specifications.

• Set up and operate a variety of CNC carbide presses, including Dorst, Osterwalder, or PCT. Perform computer‑controlled setup of these machines.
• Make adjustments to CNC programs as part of setup.
• Load and off‑load trays from multiple presses.
• Gage parts to ensure proper dimensions.
• Scope parts to verify visual characteristics.
• Select and weigh tungsten powder for pressing into green parts.
• Scan correct production information in Mii.
• Maintain tooling used in machines, resurfacing as needed.
• Operate other equipment as necessary.
• Train new operators when required.
• Troubleshoot moderate to complex problems.
• Perform quality checks per the Quality Inspection plan, verify powder and lot, and verify tooling matches production order and press information sheet.

• Commit to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
• Handle deviations in routine according to operating procedures and/or work instructions.
• Follow the Press Data Sheet, ensuring the product is processed according to proper routings, specifications, and that the quantity and style are correct.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals.
• Be reliable and dependable.
• Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisor, team members, and across shifts.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two‑year technical degree preferred.
• 1+ years manufacturing experience required. Experience with CNC or PLC machine controls preferred.

• Environment with controlled temperatures and dust‑collection systems.
• Safety glasses with side shields required.
• Safety shoes required.
• Gloves and cut‑resistant gloves when necessary.

Approximately 8-10 hours standing. Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, squatting, kneeling, and bending. Lifting up to thirty‑three (33) pounds.

Run orders by due date. Follow the Press Data Sheet and Inspection Standards. Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines. Must inspect tooling as required. Moderate to complex problems solved by the operator using learned knowledge of product type, production processes, and in some cases, coordination with technical experts inside and outside of the plant. Recurring problems and major decisions receive supervisor/lead attention.

Due to the nature of the operations at this facility, consideration as an applicant is limited to individuals who are either a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident. An expression of interest from anyone who is not a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident will not proceed for consideration as an applicant.