CNC Machinist

Full-time
Joplin, MO, usvia Workable ATSPosted Oct 29, 2026
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Technical writing

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About this role

We’re hiring CNC Machinists for our precision manufacturing facility, making precision components for the industrial equipment industry on advanced 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC equipment. Every part requires extremely tight tolerances, making this a role for machinists who enjoy technical work and continuous improvement.

What makes this role different:

  • Precision, tight-tolerance manufacturing
  • Advanced multi-axis CNC equipment
  • Growing production with long-term stability
  • Dedicated training center and paid skill development
  • Cross-training across machines and processes
  • Clear advancement into higher-paying technical roles

Whether you’re an experienced machinist or a recent TCAT graduate with strong fundamentals, we’re looking for people who want to continue developing their craft. We’ll invest in your training while you build a long-term career with Kennametal.

Compensation

  • $25/ hr + $1 shift differential

Hiring on 3rd Shift

  • 3rd Shift: 11pm – 7:30am (M-F)

Responsibilities

  • Machine Setups: Perform complete setups and prepare machines for production.
  • Machine Operation: Operate multiple CNC machines throughout each shift.
  • Quality Audits: Verify parts meet dimensional and visual quality standards.
  • Precision Inspection: Measure parts using precision inspection equipment.
  • Offsets: Make tool wear and dimensional offsets as needed.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose machining issues and maintain stable production.
  • Blueprint Reading: Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
  • Documentation: Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Required
  • 2+ years of CNC machining experience or recent machining program graduate
  • CNC setup experience

- Blueprint reading skills

  • Basic GD&T knowledge
  • Precision measuring experience
  • Mechanical troubleshooting ability
  • Safe work practices
  • Preferred
  • 3-, 4-, or 5-axis machining experience
  • Grinding experience
  • G-code knowledge
  • Multi-machine operation
  • Industrial manufacturing experience
  • Continuous improvement experience

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off and paid holidays

Before you apply

  • 1Which parts of your CV prove experience with HR and Technical writing?
  • 2Which recent work examples would make your application stronger for this role?
  • 3What details from the original source listing should you confirm before applying?

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