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CNC Operator I - Lead-US

Kennametal, Inc., Rogers, AR, United States


About Kennametal

With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more at kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

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. Candidate will oversee the team and ensure an efficient operation to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)

Key Job Responsibilities

  • 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.




Skills and Attributes

  • Ability to lead by example, gain respect from 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 of software such as Excel and SAP.

  • Must be able to read, interpret and comprehend blueprints.

  • Advanced decision making and troubleshooting ability.




Preferred Areas of Education, Certifications, and Skills

  • 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 working in team environment.




Physical Demands

  • 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.