CNC Machinist

Laborup; Brentwood (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Kennametal in Brentwood, MD is hiring skilled CNC Machinists to produce precision components on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines with tight tolerances. This role suits machinists who enjoy technical work and continuous improvement.

We offer a dedicated training center, paid skill development, cross-training across machines and processes, and clear advancement into higher paying technical roles. Shifts run 1st, 2nd, and 3rd with competitive hourly wages and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years CNC machining experience or recent machining program graduate.
• CNC setup experience.
• Blueprint reading with basic GD&T knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Machine Setups: Perform complete setups and prepare machines for production.
• Machine Operation: Operate multiple CNC machines throughout each shift.
• Quality Audits: Verify parts meet dimensional and visual quality standards.
• Precision Inspection: Measure parts using precision inspection equipment.
• Offsets: Make tool wear and dimensional offsets as needed.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose machining issues and maintain stable production.
• Blueprint Reading: Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Documentation: Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

Skills

CNC machining

CNC setup

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Precision measuring

Troubleshooting

Safe work practices

Grinding experience

G-code knowledge

Multi-machine operation

Industrial manufacturing experience

Continuous improvement

Education

TCAT program graduate

Job description

We’re hiring CNC Machinists for our precision manufacturing facility, making precision components for the industrial equipment industry on advanced 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC equipment. Every part requires extremely tight tolerances, making this a role for machinists who enjoy technical work and continuous improvement.

What makes this role different:

• Growing production with long-term stability
• Dedicated training center and paid skill development
• Cross‑training across machines and processes
• Precision, tight‑tolerance manufacturing
• Advanced multi‑axis CNC equipment
• Clear advancement into higher‑paying technical roles

Whether you’re an experienced machinist or a recent TCAT graduate with strong fundamentals, we’re looking for people who want to continue developing their craft. We’ll invest in your training while you build a long-term career with Kennametal.

Compensation

• $26 – $32 / hrtotal comp

Hiring on 2nd and 3rd (occasionally on 1st)

• 1st Shift:7am – 3pm (M-F)
• 2nd Shift:3pm – 11pm (M-F)
• 3rd Shift:11pm – 7am (M-F)

Responsibilities

• Machine Setups:Perform complete setups and prepare machines for production.
• Machine Operation:Operate multiple CNC machines throughout each shift.
• Quality Audits:Verify parts meet dimensional and visual quality standards.
• Precision Inspection:Measure parts using precision inspection equipment.
• Offsets:Make tool wear and dimensional offsets as needed.
• Troubleshooting:Diagnose machining issues and maintain stable production.
• Blueprint Reading:Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Documentation:Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of CNC machining experienceorrecent machining program graduate
• CNC setup experience
• Blueprint reading skills
• Basic GD&T knowledge
• Precision measuring experience
• Mechanical troubleshooting ability
• Safe work practices

Preferred

• 3-, 4-, or 5-axis machining experience
• Grinding experience
• G-code knowledge
• Multi-machine operation
• Industrial manufacturing experience
• Continuous improvement experience

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and paid holidays

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