CNC Operator I - Entry-US

Kennametal Stellite Inc.; Bedford (Bedford County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Inc. in Bedford, PA is seeking a CNC Operator for the 2nd shift (3PM - 11PM, Monday to Friday).

Responsibilities include setting up and operating CNC machines, selecting cutters, adjusting speeds/feeds, and ensuring quality per ISO standards. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of turning/milling experience, and the ability to work with colleagues in a lean, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic math, blueprint reading and gauge-reading training completed.
• Able to understand written and oral instructions and communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
• At least three years of turning, milling, or Bar & Chucking Machine Operator experience.
• Certification as a Journeyman or current enrollment in an Apprentice Machinist Program is preferred.
• Analytical skills, commitment to excellence, and strong teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and perform machining operations on CNC machines.
• Select cutters, adjust feeds and speeds, and replace dull cutters as needed.
• Make machine set-ups when standard procedures are not established.
• Operate two or more CNC machines simultaneously and run programs with minor adjustments.
• Suggest and implement major CNC program changes and efficiency improvements.
• Inspect parts to meet ISO requirements and process shop orders to meet due dates.
• Manage materials and use lean practices; perform TPM and 5S activities as required.

Skills

CNC operation

Analytical skills

Communication

Initiative

Integrity

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman certification preferred

Apprentice program enrollment preferred

Tools

Bar & Chucking Machines

CNC machines

Gauging tools

Job description

CNC Operator

Bedford, PA

Shift: 2nd, 3PM - 11PM, Monday - Friday

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. As such, it is the policy of Kennametal Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, or other protected status, group, or characteristic under federal, state, and/or local law or regulation. It is Kennametal Inc.'s policy to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Safety: Perform pre-operation checks for both individual machines and work area.

Perform safety inspections required for individual machines and associated equipment.

• Set-up and perform a series of machining operations on all CNC machines.
• Select proper cutters, determine and adjust feeds and speeds as needed, and

replace cutters when dull.

• Make machine set-up’s 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 as needed.

• Suggest and submit major CNC program changes and efficiency improvements

Quality: Inspect parts to meet established ISO requirements

Delivery: Process shop orders to meet established due dates

Cost: Responsible for tracking and problem solving of the materials used and efficient

equipment use to reduce cost.

Inventory: Responsible for management of WIP and components (i.e., carbide inserts,

Lean: Participate in lean events and utilize lean processes in daily duties

TPM: Perform daily required TPM on fork lift and associated equipment

5S: Perform daily required 5S activities for fork lift and work area

Metrics: Perform daily activities associated with gathering and posting established

metrics

Data: Accurate and timely recording of required data (i.e. Production, Quality, etc)

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Requirements:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma;
• Completion of basic math, blueprint reading and gauge-reading training;
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions and communicate with supervisors and coworkers;
• A minimum of three years of turning, milling and/or Bar & Chucking Machine Operator
• experience
• Basic knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software.
• Certification as a Journeyman in the metal trades industry, or current enrollment in an Apprentice Machinist Program is preferred
• Analytical Skills
• Commitment to Excellence
• Communication
• Initiative
• Integrity
• Practical Judgment/Disciplined Problem Solving
• Sense of Urgency/Proactivity
• Teamwork

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Nearest Major Market:

Somerset

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Forklift, CNC, Electrical, Machinist, Warehouse, Manufacturing, Engineering