Group Lead Kitting - Materials - San Antonio, TX at JCB North America

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kitting, Warehouse Operations, SAP, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Supervisory Leadership, Logistics, Microsoft Office, Production System, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Standardized Work, Waste Reduction, Health and Safety Compliance, Process Improvement

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Company Profile With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors. At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity. At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality. Position Purpose Oversee the Warehouse Operations and ensure that customer delivery requirements are met. Coordinating Team Leader activities, you’ll ensure that our Dealer Order deliveries are met. You’ll also make sure we implement a system of continued operational excellence, driving area, process, and quality improvements. Being mindful of Health and Safety issues and working to KPIs will be vital. You’ll create standardized work requirements and monitor Warehouse Operations driving Kaizen Improvements. Position Type Full Time, FLSA Exempt Location 13210 Palo Alto Rd., San Antonio, TX., 78264 Benefits and Other Compensation JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays. Application Process Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 13, 2026. Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities Ensure compliance to all relevant Health and Safety concerns / incidents Achieve Quality, Cost and Growth Targets, driving waste reduction opportunities Ensure kitting process / carts have been created minimizing wrong parts taken to POF Continuous improvement through the deployment of the JCB Production System (Kaizen activities, 5S, SOP adherence, etc). Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications 3 years working in a kitting environment to support both 1 piece flow and batch builds 4 years in a supervisory role leading people on the floor 2 years’ experience of utilizing SAP in a materials role Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business management or similar degree Logistics experience supporting both international and domestic deliveries WCM, Lean Manufacturing, a plus Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies Comfortable in an in-person office environment Technical competence is a plus Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level Must have excellent follow-through skills Must have a professional, polished, and sophisticated demeanor and be comfortable in most social settings Must be open to domestic travel (less than 15%) Desire and proven ability to learn and grow Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project Job Conditions Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment. Subject to noise and temperature changes. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Remain stationary, operate hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk. The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Equal Opportunity Employer JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED. Reasonable Accommodation Statement JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at hrsupport@jcb.com. JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers. Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Responsibilities

Oversee warehouse operations and kitting processes to ensure dealer order delivery requirements and quality targets are met. Drive operational excellence through the implementation of the JCB Production System, Kaizen activities, and 5S methodologies.