Abrasives Lead - Precision Manufacturing Leader

Connect-Force; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect-Force is seeking an Abrasives Lead in a confidential manufacturing setting located in Farmington Hills, MI. This role focuses on day-to-day leadership of the abrasives production team and ownership of the process, with opportunities for advancement.

The ideal candidate will oversee raw material preparation, mixing, and accuracy, while driving quality and process improvements across the operation. A strong background in chemistry or materials science is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or leading production teams.
• Experience with raw materials, formulas, recipes, and controlled mixing.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow precise specifications.
• Experience using scales and measurement equipment.
• Knowledge of quality procedures and process documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues.
• Willing to work hands-on while leading others.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Chemistry, materials science, or related education/experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the abrasives production team, coordinating daily workflow and priorities.
• Accurately measure, weigh, mix, and prepare raw materials per formulas and specs.
• Verify materials, quantities, and formulations for each production order.
• Maintain high accuracy throughout mixing and production processes.
• Monitor processes for quality, consistency, and adherence to specs.
• Assist with forming, pressing, sintering, finishing, and other abrasive processes as needed.
• Document production, batch, material, and quality data.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Chemistry or materials science

Manufacturing/process education

Tools

Scales

Measurement equipment

Production equipment

Job description

Connect-Force is seeking an Abrasives Lead in a confidential manufacturing setting located in Farmington Hills, MI. This role focuses on day-to-day leadership of the abrasives production team and ownership of the process, with opportunities for advancement.

The ideal candidate will oversee raw material preparation, mixing, and accuracy, while driving quality and process improvements across the operation. A strong background in chemistry or materials science is advantageous.