Kennametal

Manufacturing Machine Operator I

Kennametal
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRogers • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in operating and troubleshooting centerless grinders and robotic cells while ensuring adherence to quality specifications and operational procedures. Capable of training new operators and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with established standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Centerless Grinder OperationInfeed Robot Cell TroubleshootingBlueprint ReadingQuality Specification ComplianceTraining New Operators

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Select an order based on priorities provided by the area lead or supervisor
  • Measure raw materials before processing and hold parts to quality specifications while performing in-process audits during cycle runs
  • Follow established procedures for running and checking grind lines to ensure all systems operate correctly
  • Set up, operate, and troubleshoot moderate to complex problems on centerless grinders, infeed robot cell, and chamfer robot cell
  • Read and understand blueprints and resolve issues related to quality specifications
  • Separate, identify, and report nonconforming product from good product
  • Document accurately on provided paperwork and in the MII reporting system
  • Perform daily housekeeping and routine machine maintenance using the CLI checklist
  • Train new operators when required
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the area lead or supervisor

Requirements

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  • Consideration as an applicant is limited to individuals who are either a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident

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Hard Skills
Measuring Raw MaterialsIn-Process AuditsMachine MaintenanceTroubleshooting Complex ProblemsDocumenting in MII Reporting System
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailProblem-SolvingCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Centerless GrindersInfeed Robot CellChamfer Robot CellCLI Checklist
Industry Keywords
Quality SpecificationsNonconforming Product IdentificationHousekeeping Procedures