Night-Shift Manufacturing Supervisor (Lean & Safety)

Kennametal Inc.; Weldon (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee daily operations on the Roanoke Rapids, NC floor. This role ensures efficient production flow, manages confidential materials, and maintains high-quality outputs through structured communication and planning.

The position requires lean manufacturing knowledge, problem-solving skills, and experience with MRP and MS Office. It involves coordinating with group leaders and participating in continuous improvement initiatives on third

Qualifications

• High school graduate; a 4-year degree is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years manufacturing experience or 2+ years of formal technical training beyond high school.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to ensure efficient operation of the manufacturing floor.
• Manage confidential and time-sensitive material.
• Plan and direct daily department activities with group leaders.
• Develop action plans from safety audits and EHS requirements.
• Review and manage order flow to meet on-time delivery goals.

Skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Problem solving techniques

MRP

Time and attendance tracking

Microsoft Office

Education

High school graduate

4-year degree preferred

Formal technical training beyond high school

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kennametal Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee daily operations on the Roanoke Rapids, NC floor. This role ensures efficient production flow, manages confidential materials, and maintains high-quality outputs through structured communication and planning.

The position requires lean manufacturing knowledge, problem-solving skills, and experience with MRP and MS Office. It involves coordinating with group leaders and participating in continuous improvement initiatives on third