William King
About William King
William King serves as the Opex Regional Manager for the Americas at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in operations management, having previously worked at S&C Electric Company in various roles, including Senior Operations Manager and Project Manager.
Work at Kennametal
William King has held multiple positions at Kennametal over the years. He currently serves as the Opex Regional Manager for the Americas, a role he has occupied since 2018. Prior to this, he worked as a Program Manager in the Services Group from 2006 to 2009. His earlier tenure at Kennametal included roles as an Applications Service Engineer from 1996 to 1999 and as an Area Business and Sales Manager from 1999 to 2004. His extensive experience at Kennametal reflects a deep understanding of operational excellence and business management within the company.
Previous Experience at S&C Electric Company
Before his current role at Kennametal, William King worked at S&C Electric Company in various capacities. He served as a Senior Operations Manager in Assembly and Fabrication from 2015 to 2018. His previous roles at S&C Electric included Project Manager for the Global Production LPS Group from 2009 to 2012 and an Ex-Patriate Assignment as Plant Manager at S&C Electric do Brasil Ltda from 2012 to 2015. This diverse experience in operations management and project oversight contributed to his operational expertise.
Education and Expertise
William King earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Ferris State University, completing his studies from 1984 to 1988. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive career in operations management and engineering. The knowledge gained during his academic tenure supports his roles in various industries, including manufacturing and electric utilities.
Career Timeline
William King's career spans several key positions across different organizations. He began his professional journey at Kennametal as an Applications Service Engineer from 1996 to 1999. He then transitioned to various roles at Kennametal and S&C Electric Company, including Area Business and Sales Manager and Senior Operations Manager. His career reflects a progression through operational roles, culminating in his current position as Opex Regional Manager for the Americas at Kennametal since 2018.