KTN Team Leader - Machining Day Shift

Kawasaki Tennesse; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Kawasaki Tennessee, Inc. in Morristown, TN is seeking a Machining Day Shift Team Leader to guide operations in our Aluminum Die Casting facility. This hands-on leadership role will work with the production team to maintain safety, efficiency, and quality. We are hiring for 1 position.

If you’re proactive, solve problems on the fly, and lead by example on the floor, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. Equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in machining operations and team leadership.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Machining operations

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Kanban

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Morristown, TN 37813, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $20.46 - $25.19 Hourly, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Kawasaki Tennessee, Inc. – Aluminum Die Casting

Step into a leadership role where skill, teamwork, and precision matter.

Kawasaki Tennessee, Inc. is currently looking for a Machining Day Shift (Day 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 1 position 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.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What We’re Looking For

• 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

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Kanban experience is a plus
• Previous leadership experience is ideal

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, standing, bending, squatting, and lifting
• Regular computer use
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

No phone calls please.