CNC Operator I - Entry-US

Kennametal•Bedford, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Kennametal Inc. is seeking a CNC Operator I for their facility in Bedford, PA. This position operates on the 2nd shift, from 3 PM to 11 PM, Monday through Friday. The role involves setting up and operating CNC machines, ensuring quality and delivery standards are met, and contributing to cost reduction and lean initiatives. The operator will be responsible for managing work-in-progress inventory and participating in daily 5S and TPM activities.

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.
Forklift operator’s license.
Basic knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Journeyman in the metal trades industry, or current enrollment in an Apprentice Machinist Program.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-operation checks for 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-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 as needed.
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.
Responsible for tracking and problem solving of the materials used and efficient equipment use to reduce cost.
Responsible for management of WIP and components (i.e., carbide inserts, drills, cutters, tool holders, etc.).
Monitor supplies per established Kanban system.
Participate in lean events and utilize lean processes in daily duties.
Perform daily required TPM on fork lift and associated equipment.
Perform daily required 5S activities for fork lift and work area.
Perform daily activities associated with gathering and posting established metrics.
Accurate and timely recording of required data (i.e. Production, Quality, etc.).