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Kennametal · 2 hours ago

Quality Supervisor

Kennametal Inc. is an industrial technology leader that delivers productivity through materials science and tooling solutions. The Quality Supervisor is responsible for managing the daily operations of the lab, promoting safety culture, and ensuring the integrity of testing methods for various materials.

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Responsibilities

Assigns tasks and duties to Lab personnel as needed
Trains and coaches Lab technicians and personnel
Responsible for procedure development as assigned by the Quality Manager
Evaluates all types of test data as required, make decisions for re-testing, and evaluate unexpected or questionable data
Responsible for incorporating new instrumentation or instrument upgrades as assigned by the Quality Manager
Develops, tests, and documents testing methods for instrument upgrades/new instrumentation. Trains lab personnel on new instrument operations
Assures proper care of instrumentation. Monitors instrument maintenance, responsible for instrument repair and preventative maintenance
Is responsible for revising departmental ISO documentation as assigned by the Quality Manager
Completes internal quality audits as assigned by the Quality Manager
May serve as a team leader or facilitator for process improvement, cost reduction, and lean manufacturing programs
Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Supervisory skillsTesting techniquesInorganic chemistryAdvanced mathematical skillsMetallurgyMicrosoft programs proficiencyBasic manufacturing knowledgeCommunication skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Supervisory and Leadership skills
Knowledge of measuring and testing techniques
Advanced mathematical skills
Knowledge of inorganic chemistry, knowledge of metallurgy is preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Highly competent in using Microsoft programs
Able to analyze network programs supporting lab and manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and test data distribution
Must be detail-oriented and able to work under pressure in a demanding fast-paced environment
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes

Preferred

Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry or Engineering preferred
Preference will be given to candidates with previous supervisory experience in a powder processing environment

Company

Kennametal

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Kennametal delivers productivity to customers seeking peak performance in demanding environments by providing innovative custom.

H1B Sponsorship

Kennametal has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (5)
2024 (2)
2023 (2)
2022 (11)
2021 (7)
2020 (10)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2015-02-27Post Ipo Equity
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Patrick S. Watson
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Judith Bacchus
Vice President and CRHO
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