Supervise and coordinate welding activities, and apply knowledge of welding equipment and fabrication requirements

Inspect work or confer with Weld Inspector to maintain specified standards and quality

Train workers in operation of equipment (may include machine set up or trial welds for test runs and experimental products)

Supervise brazing and soldering operations, as well as fitting and assembly of fittings

Instill and maintain a positive work atmosphere (i.e., conduct regular team and individual meetings, set expectations and hold team members accountable for assigned responsibilities and tasks, recognize associates that have exceeded expectations, display respect and commitment to the production operators by timely response to their questions, and deliver immediate reaction to safety, health and environmental issues, etc.)

Supervise safety practices of all associates, identify and react to unsafe conditions when necessary

Direct daily Welding Department floor activities to meet or exceed weld quality standards

Maintain manufacturing priorities and activities to meet and exceed required production goals

Ensure compliance to the production schedule

Complete all required report, checklists and data entry measuring productivity and ensure all other required checklists are completed accurately and consistently

Communicate with all levels of the organization

Associate or Bachelor degree in operations management or a technical field strongly preferred, with a mandatory post-secondary (high school) education

Minimum of five (5) years supervisory/management experience in a manufacturing environment 

Experience working in a Lean/Continuous Improvement environment

Solid, demonstrated people management and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and train others 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Competitive benefits packages available, including 401k and insurance

Holidays and PTO

ESOP

Growth and development opportunities to advance skillset within the company