Step into a leadership role where skill, teamwork, and precision matter.
Kawasaki Tennessee, Inc. is currently looking for a Machining Night Shift (3rd Shift) Team Leader to help guide operations in our Aluminum Die Casting facility. This is a hands-on leadership position where you’ll work directly with the production team to keep machining operations running safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards. We are hiring for 3 positions currently.
If you’re someone who takes initiative, solves problems on the fly, and leads by example on the floor, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.
- ️ Important: To be considered, you must complete our full online application.
If viewing this position on Indeed, please apply here:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/9226CA9C9E8531BE0487DA5CA4165EFE/career-page
As a Machining Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in keeping the machining department operating smoothly and safely.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and supporting the Machining Department team
Monitoring production activities and helping the team meet department goals
Ensuring Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are followed and helping improve them when needed
Assisting with machine setups and tool changes
Troubleshooting machines and assisting with repairs
Performing preventative maintenance and routine machine checks
Maintaining Safety and Quality standards
Participating in continuous improvement and Kaizen activities, including defect investigations, cost-saving ideas, and process improvements
Supporting additional operational needs as assigned
The ideal candidate is someone who:
Shows strong initiative, dependability, and commitment
Has solid knowledge of machining operations
Demonstrates good leadership and people skills
Maintains a positive and professional attitude
Communicates well with both individuals and teams
Is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Is willing to work flexible hours and overtime as needed
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Kanban experience is a plus
Previous leadership experience is ideal
Frequent walking, standing, bending, squatting, and lifting
Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.
- ️ Important: To be considered, you must complete our full online application.
If viewing this position on Indeed, please apply here:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/9226CA9C9E8531BE0487DA5CA4165EFE/career-page
Kawasaki Tennessee, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
