CNC Operator - Lead

Overview

Kennametal Inc. is an industrial technology leader with over 85 years of experience. We deliver productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation. Learn more at  Follow Kennametal on Instagram, Facebook, Linked In and You Tube.

CNC Operator Lead

(2nd Shift Monday - Friday, 3pm - 11:30pm)

This position will be responsible for supporting the department Supervisor with the day-to-day operations of Centerless Grinding departments. The candidate will oversee the team and ensure an efficient operation to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

• Monitor production rates and help team members understand daily production goals.
• Ensure that team members follow defined manufacturing procedures and comply with quality standards.
• Work to ensure all resources available are applied in an efficient and effective manner to meet delivery requirements.
• Ensure that non-conforming materials are clearly identified and segregated.
• Resolves issues related to the organization’s production, machinery, and processing.
• Manage work order prioritization.
• Move all materials, either physically or mechanically, necessary to complete assignments.
• Assist with changeovers and troubleshooting of grinding equipment.
• Maintain communication with department Supervisor.
• Complete daily production documentation.
• Conduct daily department meetings.
• Train to operate all equipment within the area of responsibility.
• Perform skills/performance assessments for department operators.
• Write and edit/update work instructions, as needed.
• Assist with 8D or 5-Why root cause analysis for quality issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by manager.

• Ability to lead by example, gain respect from the team and communicate with clarity.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Contributes directly and indirectly to specific skilled tasks or processes.
• Ability to work with limited supervision for non-routine situations.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Strong PC skills and experience with software such as Excel and SAP.
• Must be able to read, interpret and comprehend blueprints.
• Advanced decision making and troubleshooting ability.

• 3 years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Experience in leading small teams.
• Experience in developing process competent machine operators.
• High level of Mathematics (Trigonometry, Geometry and Algebra).
• Interpersonal skills with good communication in a team environment.

• Standing for 8–10 hour shifts
• Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, squatting, kneeling and bending
• Safety glasses with side-shields required
• Safety shoes required
• Cut resistant gloves required, when necessary

Due to the nature of the operations at this facility, consideration as an applicant is limited to individuals who are either a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident. An expression of interest from anyone who is not a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident will not proceed for consideration as an applicant.

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.