CNC Machinist

Laborup; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

Kennametal is hiring CNC Machinists in Brentwood, TN for a precision manufacturing facility producing components on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC equipment. This role suits machinists who enjoy technical work, tight tolerances, and continuous improvement.

We offer dedicated training, cross-training across machines, and clear advancement into higher-paying technical roles. If you’re a 2+ year machinist or recent TCAT graduate, we’ll invest in your development and help you build a long-term career.

Qualifications

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

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 measurement

Troubleshooting

Safe work practices

Continuous improvement

Education

Recent TCAT graduate

Tools

Grinding equipment

Multi-axis machines

Inspection equipment

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 / hr total comp

Hiring on 2nd and 3rd

• 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.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of CNC machining experience or recent 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

Benefits

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