Posted August 20, 2026
CNC Operator I - Entry-US
Kennametal, Inc.
Rogers, AR, United States
Full Time
Reference: Kennametal, Inc._48462
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 I
Press Operator
Rogers, AR
Shift: 3rd, Sunday - Thursday, 11:30pm - 7:30am
Job Summary and Mission:
Run multiple Osterwalder, Dorst, or PCT presses producing a quality product to blueprint specifications.
Key Job Responsibilities:
• Set up and operate a multitude of CNC Carbide Presses which may include the following machines: Dorst, Osterwalder, or PCT. Computer controlled setup of these machines.
• Make adjustment to CNC programs as a part of setup.
• Load and off-load trays from multiple presses.
• Gage parts to insure proper dimensions.
• Scope parts to verify visual characteristics.
• Selecting and weighing Tungsten powder for pressing into green parts.
• Separate scrap from good parts document accurately.
• Scan correct production information in Mii. Maintain tooling used in machines, resurfacing as needed.
• Operate other equipment as needed.
• Train new operators when required.
• Operators required to trouble shooting moderate to complex problems.
• Do Quality Checks per Quality Inspection plan, verify powder and lot, verify tooling matches production order and press information sheet.
Key Job Accountabilities:
• Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
• Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions.
• Operator responsible for following Press Data Sheet, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and that the quantity and style are correct.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Communicate safety, quality, product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts.
Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 year technical degree preferred.
• 1+ years manufacturing experience required. Experience with CNC or PLC machine controls preferred.
Work Environment:
• Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems.
• Safety glasses with side-shields required.
• Safety Shoes are required.
• Gloves, cut resistant gloves when necessary.
Physical Demands :
• Approximately 8-10 hours standing.
• Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, squatting, kneeling and bending.
• Lifting up to thirty-three (33) pounds.
Problem Solving
• Run orders by due date.
• Follow Press Data Sheet and Inspection Standards.
• Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines.
• Must inspect tooling as required.
• Moderate to complex problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of product type, production processes and in some cases, coordination with technical experts inside and outside of the plant.
• Recurring problems and major decisions receive supervisor/lead attention.
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.
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 I
Press Operator
Rogers, AR
Shift: 3rd, Sunday - Thursday, 11:30pm - 7:30am
Job Summary and Mission:
Run multiple Osterwalder, Dorst, or PCT presses producing a quality product to blueprint specifications.
Key Job Responsibilities:
• Set up and operate a multitude of CNC Carbide Presses which may include the following machines: Dorst, Osterwalder, or PCT. Computer controlled setup of these machines.
• Make adjustment to CNC programs as a part of setup.
• Load and off-load trays from multiple presses.
• Gage parts to insure proper dimensions.
• Scope parts to verify visual characteristics.
• Selecting and weighing Tungsten powder for pressing into green parts.
• Separate scrap from good parts document accurately.
• Scan correct production information in Mii. Maintain tooling used in machines, resurfacing as needed.
• Operate other equipment as needed.
• Train new operators when required.
• Operators required to trouble shooting moderate to complex problems.
• Do Quality Checks per Quality Inspection plan, verify powder and lot, verify tooling matches production order and press information sheet.
Key Job Accountabilities:
• Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
• Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions.
• Operator responsible for following Press Data Sheet, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and that the quantity and style are correct.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Communicate safety, quality, product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts.
Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 year technical degree preferred.
• 1+ years manufacturing experience required. Experience with CNC or PLC machine controls preferred.
Work Environment:
• Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems.
• Safety glasses with side-shields required.
• Safety Shoes are required.
• Gloves, cut resistant gloves when necessary.
Physical Demands :
• Approximately 8-10 hours standing.
• Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, squatting, kneeling and bending.
• Lifting up to thirty-three (33) pounds.
Problem Solving
• Run orders by due date.
• Follow Press Data Sheet and Inspection Standards.
• Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines.
• Must inspect tooling as required.
• Moderate to complex problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of product type, production processes and in some cases, coordination with technical experts inside and outside of the plant.
• Recurring problems and major decisions receive supervisor/lead attention.
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.
