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Kennametal

CNC Operator II

Kennametal

. Set up and operate CNC machines including Mazak mills, Mikino sinkers, Fanuc Robocut wire, and/or Okuma/Hwacheon lathes .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeNew Albany • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Set up and operate CNC machines including Mazak mills, Mikino sinkers, Fanuc Robocut wire, and/or Okuma/Hwacheon lathes
  • Perform drilling, grinding, milling, and related machining operations
  • Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to determine machining operations
  • Program and adjust speed, feed, tool changes, and other machine settings
  • Perform routine machine and equipment maintenance
  • Read and write G-code for speed, feed, and toolpath adjustments, troubleshooting, and tooling setup
  • Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision instruments to verify dimensions and finished-part quality
  • Monitor machine operations and make adjustments to meet specifications and quality standards
  • Follow control plans and ensure products are processed and inspected according to routings and specifications
  • Meet daily departmental production goals
  • Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisors, team members, and across shifts
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve machining issues and optimize processes
  • Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years experience operating CNC machines, metal machining preferred
  • Associate degree in machining/CNC preferred
  • Ability to set up and operate Mazak mills, Mikino sinkers, Fanuc Robocut wire, and/or Okuma/Hwacheon lathes
  • Experience with manual machines, including lathes
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
  • Ability to program and adjust machine settings, including speed, feed, and tool changes
  • Ability to read and write G-code for editing, debugging machine issues, and setting up tooling
  • Ability to use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments
  • Ability to follow safety procedures, control plans, routings, and specifications
  • Ability to lift products weighing up to 33 pounds and perform standing, walking, reaching, sitting, bending, and repetitive fine-motor tasks
  • Ability to work in varying temperatures and noisy environments
  • Reliability and dependability

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 3rd-shift schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 11pm–7:30am
  • Training schedule: 3–6 months, Monday–Friday, 7am–3:30pm
  • Personal protective equipment provided/required for workplace safety, including safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, and cut-resistant gloves when necessary