1St Shift Welding Lead Silent-Aire

Job Details

• Establish methods with workers to meet work schedule deadlines
• Ensure workers are following scheduled break times
• Resolve any work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and quality of work
• The Welder will be required to have strong knowledge and skill in operating all metalworking machinery.
• Check to ensure subassembly counts are correct and items meet a visual quality inspection and report any discrepancies to the fabrication area.
• Understand sequence of operation
• Ensure workers are wearing proper PPE and working in a safe manner
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as GMAW, TIG, Plasma Cutter.
• Manage inventory of material and consumables to prevent sudden shortages which can affect work schedule and productivity
• Host a morning meeting with crew at start of shift to delegate work for the day
• Become familiar with equipment being gathered and verify where and how components are delivered.
• Set goals and manage time efficiently
• Completing required paperwork and maintaining accurate record keeping
• Other duties as assigned
• This position will work with employees to ensure continuous improvements in work cells, hitting quotas, welding according to pre-set parameters using GMAW and TIG welding processes
• Ensure crew is arriving on time, ready and fit for duty at the start of each shift.
• Review any job related issues or safety concerns
• Co-ordinate daily tasks with other trade supervisors to ensure clear lines of communication
• Ensure quality of work is maintained to a high standard
• Train apprentices in job duties
• Ensure workers adhere to company rules, policies and procedures
• Demonstrate effective leadership skills, team building skills and the ability to supervise and motivate effectively.
• Escalate disciplinary action required as per company policies and procedures
• Ensure workers have proper material and tools to complete daily tasks

Working Conditions:

• It is very important that the incumbent of this position is able to work and communicate with prudence, while effectively managing time, completing tasks, and working safely.
• This position requires shop work. When working in the shop, one must exercise caution as this environment presents many naturally-occurring and potentially worker-produced hazards including small or large projectiles, contamination with toxic gasses/liquids, impalement, crushing, electrocution, explosion, immolation, decapitation and asphyxiation. Safety policies (i.e. respiratory protection) must be adhered to at all times while visiting, touring and/or working in the shop. Appropriate personal protective equipment (i.e. safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and others) must be worn at all times where required.

Working Conditions

• It is very important that the incumbent of this position is able to work and communicate with prudence while effectively managing time, completing tasks, and working safely.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Follow standard operating procedures (SOP's)
• Aluminum & steel experience.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
• TIG welding experience.
• Alloy and steel welding experience
• Time management skills.
• Experience with all safe practices, procedures, and overall processes associated with manufacturing from raw materials to finished product.
• Coaching experience.
• Effective communication skills.
• Critical eye for identifying defects.
• (3) years experience as a Welder
• Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 30 pounds.
• Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various assembly processes.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.