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. Apprentice -Production Shift: 1st shift for 1 year of training then will move to either 2nd or 3rd shift Job Summary: This role begins by learning CNC operations and gradually progress into multiple axis machining through structured, hands-on training within an assigned department. The Machinist Apprentice position will participate in a 1-year apprenticeship program, where upon successful completion, obtain a Kennametal Certified CNC Machinist certificate and transition into a second or third shift CNC Machinist position. Key Job Responsibilities: In this apprenticeship-level role, you will learn to: • Complete on-the-job training and online training courses focused on setting up and running variety of CNC machines in a production environment. • Learn about industry standards and regulations, materials used in production, safety policies, formula calculations, proper documentation, and appropriate communication with the manufacturer. • Adhere to and follow all company safety policies and procedures to assure commitment to a 100% safe work environment. • Safely and efficiently setup and operate machine tools, such as mills, lathes, and grinders. • Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines. • Work from and read blueprints; performing inspection of machined products by selecting and setting up precision gaging to ensure external and internal quality specifications and requirements. • Maintain clean and organized workplace. • Complete all necessary documentation, electronic data entries and communications accurately and timely. • Maintain regular attendance and perform duties in a timely manner, arriving and departing for assignments and meetings as required Required Skills: • Relevent work experience required 1-3 years • Self-starter with good customer service skills and a pleasant demeanor. • Openness to learning new skills and collaborating with other team members to create solutions. • Ability to learn how to operate various machines such as mills, lathes, and grinders. • Ability to learn to read and interpret blueprints, use precision measurement tools and closely follow verbal and written instructions. • Safety mindset with desire to contribute to strong safety culture. • Proficient verbal and written communication skills. • Proficient basic math including adding/subtracting fractions and decimals. • Must be able to lift and carry tools and material weighing up to 33 pounds. Education: • Must be at least 18 years of age • Have a high school diploma, or equivalent GED • Manufacturing work experience or technical school certification preferred Physical requirements: • Carrying/Lifting • Kneeling/Stooping • Standing • Sitting • Walking • Pushing/Pulling Working Conditions: • Office • Plant Floor • Various Shifts Equipment • Safety glasses • Safety shoes Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.