CNC Machinist Apprentice: 1-Year Guided Training

Kennametal Stellite Inc.; New Market (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Inc. in Harrisonburg, VA offers a Machinist Apprentice program. You will start with CNC operations training and progress through multi-axis machining within an assigned department. Successful completion yields Kennametal Certified CNC Machinist and a transition to 2nd or 3rd shift.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, documentation, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment that values precision and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Requires 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Must read and interpret blueprints and use precision tools.
• Must learn to operate CNC machines and follow safety policies.
• Ability to lift and carry tools/materials up to 33 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Complete on-the-job and online training for CNC setup and operation.
• Learn to work with mills, lathes, and grinders in production.
• Read blueprints, document measurements, and ensure quality.
• Follow safety policies to maintain a 100% safe work environment.
• Set up and operate machine tools and secure fixtures/tools.
• Inspect machined parts using precision gauges to specs.
• Maintain organized workspace and timely data entry.
• Attend assignments and meetings as required.

Skills

1–3 years experience

Reading blueprints

Safety minded

Team collaboration

Proficient math

Machine operation (CNC)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school certification preferred

Tools

Mills, lathes, grinders

Job description

Kennametal Inc. in Harrisonburg, VA offers a Machinist Apprentice program. You will start with CNC operations training and progress through multi-axis machining within an assigned department. Successful completion yields Kennametal Certified CNC Machinist and a transition to 2nd or 3rd shift.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, documentation, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment that values precision and efficiency.