Operator jobs in United States

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Kennametal

CNC Operator II

Kennametal

Posted: 10/19/2026
Mullins Mechanical

Trimble Operator

Mullins Mechanical

Posted: 10/19/2026
Northern Arizona Healthcare

Plant Operator, 2nd Class

Northern Arizona Healthcare

Posted: 10/19/2026
Acuity

Assembly Cell Operator

Acuity

Posted: 10/19/2026
Kennametal

CNC Operator II

Kennametal

Posted: 10/19/2026
SGL Carbon

Process Operator III

SGL Carbon

Posted: 10/19/2026
Neko Health

Operator Education Lead

Neko Health

Posted: 10/19/2026
Element Solutions Inc

Production Operator

Element Solutions Inc

Posted: 10/19/2026
Ideal Tridon Group

Stacking Operator, 2nd and 3rd Shift

Ideal Tridon Group

Posted: 10/17/2026
American Heavy Plates

Crane Operator

American Heavy Plates

Posted: 10/17/2026
Cornerstone Building Brands

Fork Lift Operator – 3rd Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands

Posted: 10/17/2026
Nestle

Lead Operator – Day Shift

Nestle

Posted: 10/17/2026
GXO Logistics, Inc.

PIT Operator II – 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.

Posted: 10/17/2026
Mattr

Manufacturing Operator

Mattr

Posted: 10/16/2026
Balchem Corporation

Chemical Operator

Balchem Corporation

Posted: 10/16/2026
G&W Electric Co.

Powder Coat Operator – 2nd Shift

G&W Electric Co.

Posted: 10/16/2026
Kokosing

Utility Operator

Kokosing

Posted: 10/16/2026
Kokosing

Asphalt Plant Operator

Kokosing

Posted: 10/16/2026
SAIC

Pilot Operator

SAIC

Posted: 10/16/2026
Axon

Mission Operator

Axon

Posted: 10/16/2026
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Kennametal

CNC Operator II

Kennametal
Posted 10/19/2026full-timeNew Market • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in programming, setting up, and operating multiple machines while ensuring product quality and adherence to specifications. Proficient in troubleshooting machine issues and conducting inspections using assigned tools.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Machine ProgrammingHMI Setup5-Axis Machine OperationInspection Tool UsageSafety Procedures Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Run and program multiple machines producing quality products to blueprint specifications
  • Program, set up, and operate multiple machines using blueprints or specifications
  • Complete complex computer-controlled setups using HMI and adjust programs or machines
  • Load and off-load 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 into appropriate racks
  • Separate scrap from good product and document accurately
  • Scan correct production information
  • Maintain machine tooling
  • Train new operators when required
  • Troubleshoot moderate to complex quality and machine issues
  • Follow safety procedures and process documents
  • Ensure products follow proper routings and specifications and that quantity and style are correct
  • Meet daily departmental production goals
  • Communicate safety, quality, and product issues with supervisors, team members, and across shifts
  • Run orders by due date and follow inspection standards
  • 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)
  • Ability to program, set up, and operate multiple machines using blueprints or specifications
  • Ability to complete complex computer-controlled setups using HMI
  • Experience with 5-axis and above machine operation and setup
  • Ability to use assigned inspection tools and record inspection results
  • Ability to troubleshoot moderate to complex quality and machine issues
  • Ability to follow process documents, routings, specifications, and work instructions
  • Ability to work safely and understand all safety procedures
  • Reliability and dependability
  • Ability to work approximately eight or twelve hours with scheduled breaks
  • Ability to stand, walk intermittently, reach, sit, bend, and lift products weighing up to 33 pounds
  • Fine motor skills for operating machinery and handling tools safely
  • Visual acuity for reading gauges and inspecting products
  • Physical stamina and ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks
  • Ability to inspect and modify tooling as required
  • Knowledge of insert styles and production processes
  • Ability to coordinate with technical experts when needed

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required, including safety glasses with side-shields, safety shoes, gloves, and cut resistant gloves when necessary

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Hard Skills
Machine OperationBlueprint InterpretationComputer-Controlled SetupQuality InspectionTroubleshootingTooling ModificationProduction Process KnowledgeDimensional GaugingScrap SeparationProduct Documentation
Soft Skills
ReliabilityDependabilityCommunicationPhysical StaminaFine Motor Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaGED2 Year Technical Degree (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Production StandardsSafety ProceduresProcess DocumentsInspection StandardsVisual InspectionMachine ToolingProduct RoutingQuality ControlOperational EfficiencyTechnical Coordination