CNC Operator I – 2nd Shift

Kennametal

. Run multiple machines producing quality products to blueprint specifications .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeOrwell • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and troubleshooting multiple machines while ensuring product quality and adherence to safety standards. Proficient in using inspection tools and following process documents to meet production goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Machine OperationQuality InspectionTroubleshootingSafety ProceduresTechnical Degree

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Hard Skills

Machine SetupProduct GagingVisual InspectionTooling MaintenanceComputer-Controlled SetupProduction ProcessesInspection StandardsFine Motor SkillsPhysical StaminaTroubleshooting Skills

Soft Skills

ReliabilityDependabilityCommunicationTeam CollaborationFocus

Tools & Technologies

HMIInspection ToolsProduction Racks

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Production GoalsSafety ProceduresQuality StandardsScrap SeparationProcess Documents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Run multiple machines producing quality products to blueprint specifications
Set up and operate multiple machines
Use computer-controlled setup through HMI to adjust programs or machines
Load and off-load product from multiple machines
Gage products to ensure proper dimensions
Scope products to verify visual characteristics and defects
Check product samples using assigned inspection tools and record results according to process standards
Place products into appropriate racks
Separate scrap from good product and document accurately
Scan correct production information
Maintain tooling used in machines
Train new operators when required
Troubleshoot moderate to complex quality and machine issues
Follow safety procedures and process documents
Work to meet daily departmental production goals
Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisors, team members, and across shifts
Run orders by due date and escalate recurring problems and major decisions to the supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have High School diploma or GED
2 year technical degree preferred
Commitment to working safely and understanding all safety procedures
Must be reliable and dependable
Ability to work approximately eight or twelve hours with scheduled break periods
Ability to stand, walk intermittently, reach, sit, bend, and lift product weighing no more than 33 pounds
Fine motor skills to operate machinery and handle tools safely
Visual acuity for reading gauges, inspecting products, and ensuring quality standards
Physical stamina and ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks
Ability to follow process documents, inspection standards, routings, and specifications
Ability to inspect and modify tooling as required
Knowledge of insert styles and production processes
Ability to troubleshoot moderate to complex quality and machine issues

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2.00/hr shift premium for 2nd Shift
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment
Paid time off (PTO)
4 floating holidays
7 company holidays per year
Up to 6% company match to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee discounts
Parental leave
Annual safety shoe stipend