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Production Group Lead
Kennametal. Work under the supervision of the Manufacturing Manager, Plant Manager, and/or shift manufacturing supervisor as needed .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strong leadership in a manufacturing environment, with expertise in continuous improvement, compliance with EHS requirements, and effective training across multiple levels. Proficient in managing staffing plans, performance assessments, and maintaining audit readiness.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Continuous ImprovementPeople LeadershipEHS ComplianceTraining and DevelopmentManufacturing Experience
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Cycle Time ReductionScrap MitigationCNC Fixture DesignSPC ManagementAcme Gridley Rebuilds
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsCoaching and Feedback
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ProductsSAPForklift Operation
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaForklift Operator LicenseFirst Aid / First Responder Training
Industry Keywords
ManufacturingBraze DepartmentMachining Department5SAudit Readiness
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Work under the supervision of the Manufacturing Manager, Plant Manager, and/or shift manufacturing supervisor as needed
- Act as working lead/trainer across the functional area and provide daily leadership with minimal to no supervision
- Drive continuous improvement projects involving cycle time reduction, scrap mitigation, ergonomics, and layout/flow
- Own shift staffing plans, job rotations, and cross-training aligned to demand and the skills matrix
- Lead tier meetings; communicate SQDC KPIs, priorities, and escalations; ensure action closure
- Conduct skills and performance assessments, provide coaching and feedback, and document development plans
- Partner with supervisors and engineers on changes to programs, tooling, and process controls
- Ensure compliance with EHS requirements, audits, and incident response; champion 5S and housekeeping
- Maintain audit readiness through documentation accuracy, gauge controls, lot traceability, and labeling/packaging
- Train tasks across Levels 1–4 and maintain training matrices and certification records
- Manage SPC stations and Tool Boss
- Assist maintenance when moving machines
- Perform factory run-offs for Acme Gridley rebuilds
- Install cams and rolls for Acme Gridley machines during factory rebuilds
- Help design fixtures for the CNC area
- Demonstrate all Level 4 tasks successfully
Requirements
What you’ll need- High school diploma or general equivalent diploma
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing setting
- Minimum of 3 years in a Braze or Machining department as team lead
- Ability to understand written and oral instructions and communicate with leaders, managers, supervisors, and coworkers
- Forklift operator license required
- Computer experience required; Microsoft products and SAP preferred
- People leadership skills
- First aid / First responder training will be required for this role
Benefits
Comp & perks- 1st shift schedule: 7am–3pm, Monday–Friday