Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Welding Lead (West Bend) - 1st shift Job Locations US-WI-West Bend Posted Date 4 hours ago(9/6/2024 11:56 AM) Job ID 2024-3754 # of Openings 1 Category Manufacturing Type Regular Full-Time Overview

Metalcraft of Mayville's West Bend facility has an immediate opening for a 1st Shift Welding Department Lead in our Scag Welding area. Reporting to the Department Supervisor, the Weld Lead is primarily responsible for assisting the Supervisor in overseeing both the manual and robotic weld department. This person may perform all types of welding, as well as give instruction to the welders. This role is responsible for acting as a good role model for the rest of the development and for keeping the department organized and clean.

Responsibilities

• Ability to perform all essential functions of the robotic welder and manual welder
• Assists the Supervisor in directing the work activities of the welders
• Works with both the robotic and manual welders to ensure parts are made correctly and schedule is being followed.
• Keeps informed of any changes and new procedures throughout the day to stay on schedule.
• Communicates information, assists in resolving problems and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitors and maintains all equipment, machines and supplies within the department. Reports shortages to the department supervisor and performs necessary preventative maintenance.
• Assists with cost savings, continuous improvements and more efficient ways to run the weld operations.
• Follows all company rules, policies and regulations; ensuring compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
• Maintains company safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity standards.
• Reads job specifications (e.g. blueprints, quality control plans and/or traveler notes) to determine type of welding and material requirements.
• Uses equipment and supplies to perform work in accordance with operational standards.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on equipment and machines.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• May perform other related duties or work at different workstations as production needs require.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
• An understanding of welding fundamentals
• Basic welding experience and/or training
• Basic knowledge of Mig Welding Equipment
• Successful completion of internal weld test
• Contributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with management and peers openly.
• Ability to efficiently assist in leading a team and coordinate work with other departments.
• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.
• Knowledge of welding equipment and tools, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance
• Ability to read and interpret documents like blueprints, welding symbols, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Basic Computer knowledge.
• Must be able to help in ALL areas of the weld department, when needed.

 

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

Previous experience working within a highly technical environment.Strong basic math skills.Previous experience working within a weld department.Previous forklift experience.Exposure to a Lean manufacturing environment.General understanding of Metric and Standard systems.Associates degree in related technical field preferred. Prior lead experience, preferably in a weld department.Microsoft Office skills. Ideal candidate would also have SAP experienceMust be willing to work flexible hours as required

Equipment Operated:   Forklift, welders, robots, lifts, overhead cranes, measurement devices, cleaning materials.

 

 

Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

 

PM17

Job Expectations

 

Physical Activity:

Activity

N/A

Occasionally

Frequently

Regularly

Average lbs.

Lift/Carry

   X

50

Push/Pull

   X

50

Reach Overhead

   X

Comments:   Moderate to heavy physical effort required to perform the basis essentials of the job. Frequently required to bend and stoop. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Climb

   X

Squat/Bend/Kneel

   X

Sit

 X  

Stand

  X 

Walk/Move About

   X

Occasional: 1-2 hrs/shift   Frequently 2-5 hrs/shift Regularly 5-8 hrs/shift

 

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.

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