CNC Operator II

Kennametal, Inc. • New Market, VA

5d

About The Position

The CNC Operator II programs, sets up, and operates multiple machines to produce quality products that meet blueprint specifications. The role includes complex computer-controlled setups through human-machine interfaces (HMIs), including setup and operation of machines with five or more axes. The operator loads and unloads products, measures and inspects them, records inspection results, maintains tooling, and troubleshoots moderate-to-complex quality and machine issues.

The operator follows process documents, routings, specifications, and safety procedures; works toward daily production goals; and communicates safety, quality, and product issues with supervisors, team members, and other shifts. The position may also include training new operators.

Work may take place in environments with varying temperatures and noise, or in controlled-temperature areas with dust collection systems. Required PPE includes safety glasses with side shields, safety shoes, gloves, and cut-resistant gloves when necessary. Physical duties include standing, intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, bending, and lifting products weighing up to 33 pounds. Work requires fine motor skills, visual acuity, and stamina for repetitive tasks. Shifts are listed as 3rd shift, 10:45 p.m.–7:15 a.m., or 2nd shift; work periods are approximately eight or twelve hours with scheduled breaks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to program, set up, and operate multiple machines using blueprints or specifications.
• Ability to perform computer-controlled machine setups using HMIs, including five-axis-and-above machines.
• Ability to gauge and inspect products, use inspection tools, and record results according to process standards.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, process documents, routings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot moderate-to-complex quality and machine issues.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Ability to lift products weighing up to 33 pounds and perform the described physical tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year technical degree.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate multiple machines using blueprints or specifications.
• Complete complex computer-controlled setups using HMIs, including operating and setting up machines with five or more axes.
• Load and unload products from multiple machines.
• Gauge products to ensure proper dimensions.
• Inspect products for visual characteristics and defects.
• Check product samples using assigned inspection tools and record results according to process standards.
• Place products in appropriate racks.
• Separate scrap from good product and document it accurately.
• Scan correct production information.
• Maintain machine tooling.
• Train new operators when required.
• Troubleshoot moderate-to-complex quality and machine issues.
• Follow safety procedures, process documents, routings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals and run orders by due date.
• Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisors, team members, and across shifts.
• Inspect and modify tooling as required; seek supervisor attention for recurring problems and major decisions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED