Keith Hoover
About Keith Hoover
Keith Hoover is a Regional Product Manager for Holemaking and Holefinishing at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and has held various engineering roles throughout his career.
Work at Kennametal
Keith Hoover currently holds the position of Regional Product Manager for Holemaking and Holefinishing at Kennametal, a role he has occupied since 2020. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing product management strategies and initiatives related to holemaking and holefinishing solutions. Prior to this role, he served as Lead Applications Engineer from 2019 to 2021 and as Senior Manufacturing Engineer from 2015 to 2021, both in Rockford, Illinois. His extensive experience at Kennametal spans various engineering and product management functions.
Education and Expertise
Keith Hoover earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, completing his studies in 2015. His education laid a strong foundation for his career in engineering and product management. Throughout his professional journey, he has developed expertise in manufacturing processes, product applications, and engineering development, which are critical in his current role at Kennametal.
Background
Before joining Kennametal, Keith Hoover worked at Greenlee Textron Inc as part of the Engineering Development Program in Manufacturing from 2014 to 2015. He also gained experience as a Design Intern at CTS Corporation from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, during his time at Purdue University, he served as a Student Assistant from 2013 to 2014, contributing to his practical knowledge in engineering.
Career Progression
Keith Hoover's career has shown a clear progression in the field of engineering and product management. After completing his education, he began his career at CTS Corporation as a Design Intern. He then transitioned to Greenlee Textron Inc before joining Kennametal, where he has taken on increasingly responsible roles, culminating in his current position as Regional Product Manager.