Machine Shop Team Lead

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Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB Supreme Serv brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB's research and development activities forms the basis for the company's success.

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Machine Shop Team Lead

KSB GIW, Inc.

Department: Machine Shop
Reports to: Machine Shop Supervision
Location: Grovetown, GA
Shift: (12 hours) Days
FLSA Status: Exempt

OVERVIEW
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The Machine Shop Team Lead provides leadership and direction within the machine shop, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role is responsible for safety, housekeeping, productivity, training, quality assurance, and adherence to company policies and procedures. The Team Lead acts as a facilitator, technical resource, and mentor, supporting both the workforce and management in achieving operational goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Lead and participate in plant safety programs, ensuring OSHA and environmental compliance.
• Communicate, interpret, and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Support the creation and maintenance of SOPs, JSAs, and equipment documentation.
• Act as work facilitator on shift, ensuring production and quality goals are met.
• Conduct and assist with employee training, onboarding, and performance assessments.
• Read engineering drawings and inspect completed work for accuracy and compliance with specifications.
• Motivate team members to achieve high levels of performance and productivity.
• Ensure proper operation, setup, and clamping of machine shop equipment.
• Monitor tool and equipment conditions, coordinating maintenance as needed.
• Operate CNC machines, manual equipment, forklifts, and cranes when required.
• Use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, bore gauges, scales, etc.).
• Apply machining knowledge, including CBN tooling speeds, feeds, and cutting practices.
• Provide technical support on the shop floor, including CNC programming and troubleshooting.
• Write and maintain accurate work instructions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and provide technical guidance.
• Ensure machining metrics (speeds, feeds, metal removal rates) are achieved.
• Assist with troubleshooting and repair of shop computer systems.
• Ensure availability of required supplies and resources.
• Lead employees independently while ensuring compliance with management goals and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational training in machining is preferred.

Experience:

• CNC machinist experience required.
• Previous leadership and/or supervisory experience required.
• Proficiency in machinist tools, cutting tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including Outlook, SAP, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of GIW parts and pumps preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• Safety-focused with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance record.
• Positive, cooperative, and open-minded attitude.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing a team.
• Effective problem-solving and organizational abilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently: Standing, walking, operating machines, using hand tools, lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Occasionally: Bending, stooping, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs.

KSB GIW, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and…