CNC Operator II 6PM - 6AM

Kennametal, Inc.•Asheboro, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Operator II operates automated CNC or other manufacturing machines, either in a single-step operation or a process that does not include multiple production steps. The position sets up complex, customized production equipment to manufacture company products. The operator produces quality products at or below budgeted production costs and follows established procedures for operating conventional and CNC equipment. Work includes setting up and performing machining operations, reading blueprints, using precision gauges, inspecting products, and addressing production or machinery issues. The role may include basic programming and operating two or more CNC machines simultaneously.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience.
High school degree.
Machine operation experience.
Manufacturing experience, with 1–3 years of automated/CNC work experience required.
Basic troubleshooting and decision-making skills.
Ability to modify G-code programs.
Ability to handle basic or standard CNC complexity.
Working knowledge and skills to perform defined analytical/scientific methods or operational processes.
Ability to complete assigned work within one's area of expertise and follow standard operating procedures or scientific methods.
Ability to receive verbal and written information, complete documentation and electronic data entries accurately and on time, and communicate information.
Ability to understand written instructions, communicate those instructions to others, and read process instructions and drawings with attention to detail.
Ability to follow company safety policies and procedures.
Intermediate knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and proper use and care of precision measurement tools.
Knowledge of shop math, including geometry and conversions.
Manufacturing and product knowledge.
Proven troubleshooting and decision-making skills and ability to work in a team-based environment.
Interpersonal and communication skills for working in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Technical school certification or completion of an apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

Manufacture sufficient quantities of quality products at or below budgeted production costs to meet marketplace demand.
Set up equipment and operation parameters, including feed, speed, and temperature.
Operate conventional and CNC manufacturing equipment for cutting, punching, forming, drilling, tapping, turning, milling, and stamping tasks.
Select and measure raw materials and parts to specifications in preparation for production.
Resolve issues related to production, machinery, processing, and packaging operations.
Perform basic programming as needed.
Set up and operate machine tools such as mill-turns, mills, lathes, and grinders efficiently and in a timely manner.
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.
Read blueprints and set up and check work using quality-control gauges.
Move materials, physically or mechanically, as needed to complete assignments.
Inspect machined products using precision gauging to ensure they meet internal and external quality requirements.
Set up and perform a series of machining operations on CNC machines.
Select appropriate cutters, determine and adjust feeds and speeds, and replace dull cutters.
Operate two or more CNC machines simultaneously as needed.
Support manufacturing and operations activities, including specialized technical tasks required to support operations.