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Group Lead

Job Type
Contract
Location
Bowling Green, Kentucky
Salary
US$35 - US$40 per hour
Job Ref
BBBH2321400_1775147394
Date Added
April 2nd, 2026

Bartech Staffing is a leading engineering, technical and professional staffing firm, and our clients include some of the nation's biggest companies. We are powered by Impellam Group, a connected group providing global workforce and specialist recruitment solutions. Our client has engaged us to assist them in hiring a contract Group Leader. If you are interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door with leading company, we want to talk with you!

Hourly pay range $ 35-40

Shift Schedule

  • Start on 1st Shift: 5:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Rotating Schedule: Rotates between 1st and 2nd shift on a 3‑month basis
  • 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Rotation to 2nd shift is expected around July, with advanced notice provided

Position Summary
The Global Supply Chain Group Leader is responsible for the effective use of personnel, materials, and equipment to support production operations. This role leads a team of up to 30 hourly UAW employees and ensures material flow from dock to assembly while meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and lead up to 30 hourly UAW employees, including timekeeping, performance management, and daily workforce activities
  • Oversee material flow from dock to assembly line to support production schedules
  • Lead and support Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) processes, including launch and pilot activities
  • Train, develop, evaluate, and motivate hourly team members using standardized work methods
  • Ensure team members receive adequate Job Instruction Training (JIT)
  • Meet or exceed production, cost, schedule, and quality targets
  • Maintain awareness of quality standards and communicate department quality goals
  • Identify, address, and prevent recurrence of quality and operational issues
  • Promote and enforce safe work practices, ergonomics, health and safety, and housekeeping standards
  • Apply lean manufacturing and synchronous principles to reduce variation, control costs, and improve productivity
  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with employees, union representatives, and management
  • Consistently administer National and Local Agreements between the company and the UAW
  • Coach, mentor, and develop Group Leaders in leadership and operational responsibilities

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma (required)
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience
  • 3+ years of supervisory or people‑leadership experience
  • Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment (UAW preferred)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with strong comfort using Excel

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred (Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or related field)
  • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Top 3 Must‑Have Skills (Ranked)

  1. Manufacturing Experience - 3+ years
  2. Supervisory / People Leadership Experience - 3+ years
  3. Microsoft Office Proficiency - Strong Excel skills required

Soft Skills

  • Energetic, hands‑on leadership style
  • Ability to make decisions under pressure
  • Strong prioritization skills in a fast‑paced environment
  • Confident communicator who is not afraid to speak up


Benefits

As a Group Leader with Bartech Staffing, you will be working through an established and respected staffing organization with over 40 years of serving as a trusted partner to our client companies. We provide our talent with personal, responsive attention, and will assign an employee care representative to answer any questions or concerns that you might have. Depending upon the client, the assignment, and your performance, you can find potential opportunities for direct employment.

At Impellam Group, we offer a competitive compensation package with benefits including:

· Medical, dental, and vision

· 401(k) plan with employee contribution opportunities

· Paid time off, including holidays

· 529 college savings program

Make the most of your experience!

Apply now!

For this opportunity, the successful candidate will be directly employed by Bartech Staffing as a W2 employee while providing services to our client, who is looking for people who are eligible to work in the US and can start immediately.

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Keyword: manufacturing, lean, supply chain, union

Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions.

If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting HR-InfoImpellamNA@impellam.com or fill out this form to request accommodations.

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