Lead - Motor Shop

Komatsu America Corp.; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Longview, Texas is seeking a Team Lead to supervise daily production activities and coordinate staffing, onboarding, and training. You will partner with supervisors and cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficient operations.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, lean practices, 6S, and a culture of accountability, with strong emphasis on communication and teamwork to meet customer demands.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, engineering prints, manuals, and maintenance instructions accurately.
• Effective oral and written communication with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities for quick, effective resolution of issues.
• Collaborative attitude with proven teamwork across functional boundaries.
• Leadership experience in manufacturing or related environments.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Proactive approach to safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisors and team leads to manage staffing and assignments to meet production schedules.
• Coordinate onboarding and training programs, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Apply problem-solving techniques to maintain uninterrupted operations.
• Escalate safety, quality, and process issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Work with cross-functional teams to address operational challenges.
• Maintain and improve standard work procedures to boost productivity and quality.
• Lead team meetings, performance reviews, and feedback to promote transparency.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives as part of daily work.
• Champion 6S to keep workspaces organized and efficient.
• Participate as a key member of the manufacturing production team.
• Adhere to Quality System policies and ensure documentation is accurate.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment per regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

6S

Safety mindset

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Job description

Job Location (Short): Longview, Texas, USA, 75603

Requisition ID: 36965

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Job Overview

Join Komatsu as a Team Lead in our Longview, Texas facility, where you'll play a pivotal role in leading andcoordinating daily operations within a dynamic manufacturing environment. We are committed to fostering a supportive workplace that values teamwork and continuous improvement, underpinned by our strong dedication tosafety and quality. Komatsu offers an excellent benefits package, competitive salary, annual merit reviews, andbonus potential to reward dedication and achievement.
As a Team Lead, you will serve as a key connection between management and frontline employees, ensuringsmooth workflow and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Your leadership will be essential tomeeting customer demands and supporting our long-term business goals.

Key Job Responsibilities

• As a Team Lead, your primary responsibilities will include:
• Collaborating closely with supervisors and fellow team leads to strategically manage staffing levels andassignments to meet production schedules and customer demands efficiently.
• Coordinating and supporting comprehensive onboarding and training programs, ensuring adherence to allsafety protocols and quality standards.
• Applying problem-solving techniques to maintain uninterrupted and efficient operational performance withinyour team.
• Identifying and escalating safety, quality, and process issues promptly to the Production Supervisor.
• Working alongside cross-functional teams including Safety, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, ProductionPlanning, and Materials Management to address and resolve operational challenges.
• Maintaining and continuously improving standard work procedures to enhance productivity and quality.
• Driving team communication through regular meetings, performance reviews, and feedback sessions topromote transparency and teamwork.
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives and fostering lean manufacturing principles as part of daily workroutines.
• Championing 6S methodologies to create and sustain organized and efficient workspaces.
• Participating actively as a vital member of the manufacturing production team across the site.
• Strictly adhering to the company’s Quality System policies and procedures and ensuring all relevantdocumentation is accurate and complete.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment in compliance with regulatory and organizationalstandards.

Qualifications/Requirements

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications and skills:
• Strong ability to read and interpret safety rules, engineering prints, procedural manuals, and maintenanceinstructions accurately to ensure compliance and operational success.
• Effective oral and written communication skills to interact confidently with team members, supervisors, andother departments.
• Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities enabling quick and effective resolution of operational issues.
• A collaborative attitude with a proven ability to work harmoniously in team settings and across functionalboundaries.
• Previous leadership experience in managing teams or overseeing projects within a manufacturing or relatedenvironment is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and a continuous process improvement mindset to support thecompany’s operational excellence goals.
• A proactive approach to safety, quality, and efficiency, embodied through personal accountability and theability to inspire similar commitment from others.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!