Machinist I - Entry-US

Kennametal Stellite Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Stellite Inc. seeks a Tooling Technician to manage the repair, reconditioning, and maintenance of tooling and fixtures on the day shift in Tennessee. Responsibilities include coordinating tooling repairs, utilizing various machining equipment, ensuring safe practices, and maintaining schedules aligned with production goals. Candidates need a High School Diploma or GED, with a preference for technical degrees. Experience in a controlled environment is also necessary. The role demands strong problem-solving skills, ensuring adherence to safety procedures and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 2- or 4-year Technical Degree preferred.
• Experience in controlled temperature environments.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain tooling and fixtures on day shift.
• Utilize machining tools for repair and resurfacing.
• Follow safety guidelines and Lock Out Tag Out procedures.

Skills

Mathematical knowledge including trigonometry

Use of computer-controlled lathes and grinders

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving with tooling issues

Safety procedure adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2- or 4-year Technical Degree

Job description

Job Summary and Mission

The Tooling Technician (Machinist) provides repair, reconditioning, and regular maintenance to tooling and fixtures on the day shift (Monday-Friday, 7am-3pm).

Key Job Responsibilities

• Coordinates tooling repair including press die repair, reconditioning, and regular maintenance according to blueprints, schematics, and Kennametal guidelines.
• Utilizes computer‑controlled machining lathes, grinders, polishers, and EDMs to resurface and repair press dies and other fixtures.
• Repairs all tooling and fixtures as needed to ensure maximum uptime, follows repair schedules required by production and delivery, and communicates regularly with the Pressing Supervisor to meet SQDCP metrics.
• Coordinates outsourcing of tooling repair that cannot be repaired in house, follows all safety guidelines, and uses Lock Out Tag Out procedures when necessary to ensure safe setup of equipment.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Commit to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
• Handle deviations in routine according to operating procedures and/or work instructions.
• Ensure that repairs meet the requirements of the tooling blueprint.
• Schedule repairs to meet daily departmental production goals and coordinate similar repairs to minimize turnaround time.
• Be reliable and dependable.
• Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with the Pressing Supervisor and team members across shifts.
• Assist in controlling access to the tool room by unauthorized persons.

Education and Experience

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 2‑ or 4‑year Technical Degree preferred.
• Experience working in an environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems.

Physical Demands

• Approximately eight hours standing with two break opportunities per eight‑hour work period.
• Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, and bending.
• Lifting insert trays weighing no more than thirty‑three (33) pounds.

Problem Solving

• Utilize mathematical knowledge, including trigonometry, to troubleshoot and repair tooling issues with press dies, grinding anvils, prisms, and other fixtures using blueprints, schematics, and overlays.
• Schedule repairs by urgency of production need and select the appropriate machinery for repairs while following all safety policies and procedures.
• Provide operator‑level preventive maintenance on tool room equipment and functionally test all repairs before releasing them to production.
• Use blueprints and schematics to set up machines for repairs.
• Perform detailed inspection of tooling to troubleshoot concerns with finished products, utilizing scopes, optical comparators, and Keyence measuring devices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.