CNC Operator I – 2nd Shift, Lean & Quality Focus

Kennametal; Bedford (Bedford County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Inc. in Bedford, PA seeks an experienced CNC Operator to set up and operate multiple CNC machines, ensuring on-time production and quality. The role emphasizes safe operations, accurate data recording, and adherence to lean practices.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of turning/milling experience, a forklift license, and basic math/blueprint skills. Join a team committed to quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• > High school diploma or GED required.
• > Basic math, blueprint reading and gauge-reading training completed.
• > Ability to understand written and oral instructions and communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
• > Minimum of three years of turning, milling and/or Bar & Chucking Machine Operator experience.
• > Forklift operator’s license.
• > Basic knowledge of computer applications and software.
• > Journeyman certification in metal trades or current enrollment in an Apprentice Machinist Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and perform a series of machining operations on all CNC machines.
• Select proper cutters, determine and adjust feeds and speeds, and replace cutters when dull.
• Make machine set-ups when standard procedures are not established.
• Operate two or more CNC machines simultaneously.
• Select and install CNC programs and make minor adjustments to meet product specifications.
• Suggest and submit major CNC program changes and efficiency improvements to supervisor/technician/engineer.
• Inspect parts to meet established ISO requirements.
• Process shop orders to meet established due dates.
• Track materials and problem solve to reduce cost.
• Manage WIP and components per Kanban system.
• Participate in lean events and utilize lean processes in daily duties.
• Perform daily TPM on forklift and associated equipment.
• Perform 5S activities for forklift and work area.
• Gather and post established metrics.
• Accurate and timely recording of required data (Production, Quality, etc).

Skills

Adaptability

Analytical Skills

Communication

Initiative

Integrity

Practical Judgment/Disciplined Problem

Sense of Urgency/Proactivity

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman certification or Apprentice Machinist Program

Completion of basic math, blueprint reading and gauge-reading training

Job description

Kennametal Inc. in Bedford, PA seeks an experienced CNC Operator to set up and operate multiple CNC machines, ensuring on-time production and quality. The role emphasizes safe operations, accurate data recording, and adherence to lean practices.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of turning/milling experience, a forklift license, and basic math/blueprint skills. Join a team committed to quality and continuous improvement.