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Updated 23 Feb 2024

Kennametal Manufacturing Engineer Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Mechanical basics And resume
  • Q2. Manufacturing processes
  • Q3. Resume projects

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

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Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Fixtures And tools and prooving
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About location details and prooving

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nice company we can create good goals
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I applied via Times Job and was interviewed before Dec 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. What is takt time/Cycle time
  • Ans. 

    Takt time is the rate at which a product must be produced to meet customer demand. Cycle time is the time it takes to complete one cycle of a process.

    • Takt time is calculated by dividing the available production time by the customer demand.

    • Cycle time is the time it takes to complete one unit of a product.

    • Cycle time can be used to identify bottlenecks in the production process.

    • Reducing cycle time can increase productivit...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How do you do line balance
  • Ans. 

    Line balancing is the process of optimizing workloads across an assembly line to improve efficiency and productivity.

    • Identify the tasks required to complete the assembly process

    • Determine the cycle time for each task

    • Calculate the total available work time

    • Allocate tasks to workstations based on cycle time and available work time

    • Adjust the allocation to minimize idle time and maximize efficiency

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Core values of your current company
  • Q4. How long you are planning to work

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - - Be prepared well technically & also know about your current company
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Time where you solved a problem
  • Ans. 

    Solved a production line bottleneck by implementing a new scheduling system

    • Identified bottleneck in production line causing delays

    • Researched and proposed new scheduling system to optimize workflow

    • Collaborated with team to implement new system and monitor results

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What skills do you have
  • Ans. 

    I have a strong background in CAD software, problem-solving skills, and experience in process improvement.

    • Proficient in CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD

    • Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot manufacturing issues

    • Experience in process improvement to increase efficiency and reduce waste

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Weaknesses and strengths
  • Ans. 

    My strength is attention to detail and problem-solving skills. My weakness is sometimes taking on too much work at once.

    • Strength: Attention to detail - I always ensure that every aspect of a project is thoroughly examined and executed correctly

    • Strength: Problem-solving skills - I am able to think creatively and find solutions to complex problems efficiently

    • Weakness: Taking on too much work - I have a tendency to overco...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Time you worked in a team
  • Ans. 

    I worked in a team on a project to improve production efficiency by implementing new automation technology.

    • Collaborated with team members to identify areas for improvement

    • Researched and evaluated different automation technologies

    • Worked together to develop a plan for implementation

    • Divided tasks among team members based on strengths and expertise

    • Regularly communicated progress and challenges to ensure project stayed on t

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Research the company well
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Feb 2024.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you explain about yourself?
  • Q2. Are you prepared to move to this location?
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you describe your experience?
  • Q2. Can you explain the Mejar project?
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you explain yourself?
  • Q2. What is your major role in problem solving?
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the salary structure for this position?
  • Q2. What is your notice period?

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jun 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. 1. tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. Process planning, Assembly SOE how to create and OMS how to create

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do your best as per your CV and wait for the result
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jul 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your current role & responsibilities?
  • Q2. What is the Validation Process?
  • Ans. 

    Validation process ensures that a product meets the requirements and specifications set by the customer.

    • Validation process involves testing and analyzing a product to ensure it meets the desired specifications.

    • It is a crucial step in the manufacturing process to ensure quality and compliance.

    • Validation can include various tests such as performance testing, durability testing, and reliability testing.

    • Validation process ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is your role in PD cycle?
  • Ans. 

    My role in the PD cycle involves designing, testing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and quality.

    • Designing new manufacturing processes

    • Testing and evaluating the effectiveness of these processes

    • Optimizing existing processes to improve efficiency and quality

    • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement changes

    • Analyzing data to identify areas for improvement

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Jul 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Mostly questions would be from core engineering concepts of manufacturing & assembly line set up. No need to focus more on tools used.Need to prepare one use case for each area to describe your experience....

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Required to highlight core technical strengths in resume. Keep resume very short with keywords & minimum description. Prepare well for first 5-7 min of self introduction. It will decide whether interviewer is interested in your profile or not & accordingly questions would come.
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical round - about my education and question related on my fild
  • Q2. Hr- family background question
  • Q3. Why should we hired u
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role.

    • I have a strong background in manufacturing engineering with a proven track record of success.

    • I am highly skilled in process optimization, cost reduction, and quality improvement.

    • I have experience in implementing lean manufacturing principles and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

    • I am a team player and have excellent communication and p...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Improve u r knowledge your related fields and good practice in programming

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Mar 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Questions will be related to the post which company is offering.
  • Q2. Should be very accurate to all electronics queries

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be smart and to the point answers will help.

Kennametal Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Kennametal Manufacturing Engineer interview?
Kennametal interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Kennametal interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and Aptitude Test.
How to prepare for Kennametal Manufacturing Engineer interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Kennametal. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Kennametal expect are Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, Analytical, Application Engineering and Customer Service.
What are the top questions asked in Kennametal Manufacturing Engineer interview?

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