CNC Operator I - Entry-US

Kennametal, Inc.Rogers, AR
Onsite

About The Position

This position involves running multiple Osterwalder, Dorst, or PCT presses to produce a quality product according to blueprint specifications. The role requires setting up and operating CNC Carbide Presses, making adjustments to CNC programs, loading and unloading trays, and performing quality checks on parts. The operator will also be responsible for selecting and weighing powder, separating scrap, scanning production information, maintaining tooling, and troubleshooting moderate to complex problems. Training new operators and performing quality checks according to the Quality Inspection plan are also key responsibilities. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, meeting production goals, reliability, and effective communication.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 1+ years manufacturing experience required.
  • Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
  • Operator responsible for following Press Data Sheet, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and that the quantity and style are correct.
  • Work to meet daily departmental production goals.
  • Must be reliable and dependable.
  • Communicate safety, quality, product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts.
  • Run orders by due date.
  • Follow Press Data Sheet and Inspection Standards.
  • Must inspect tooling as required.
  • US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident.

Nice To Haves

  • 2 year technical degree preferred.
  • Experience with CNC or PLC machine controls preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate a multitude of CNC Carbide Presses which may include the following machines: Dorst, Osterwalder, or PCT.
  • Computer controlled setup of these machines.
  • Make adjustment to CNC programs as a part of setup.
  • Load and off-load trays from multiple presses.
  • Gage parts to insure proper dimensions.
  • Scope parts to verify visual characteristics.
  • Selecting and weighing Tungsten powder for pressing into green parts.
  • Separate scrap from good parts document accurately.
  • Scan correct production information in Mii.
  • Maintain tooling used in machines, resurfacing as needed.
  • Operate other equipment as needed.
  • Train new operators when required.
  • Trouble shoot moderate to complex problems.
  • Do Quality Checks per Quality Inspection plan, verify powder and lot, verify tooling matches production order and press information sheet.
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