Department Lead - Rebar

Oldcastle Infrastructure, Inc.; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Oldcastle Infrastructure in the United States seeks a Rebar Team Leader to direct the steel department and ensure engineered designs are fabricated to drawings meeting production demand. Reports to the Production Manager.

Responsibilities include assigning work, reading drawings, operating rebar equipment, inventory control, and safety training. 40 lb lifting may be required; strong leadership and collaboration with engineering are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma / equivalent.
• 2+ years of related steel reinforcement experience.
• Experience with crane operation.
• Experience with rebar shear/cutter and bender.
• Ability to read/write basic instructions and read steel drawings.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Direct steel department activities to meet production demand.
• Read drawings and blueprints; operate rebar bender and shear cutter.
• Maintain inventory records; conduct weekly cycle counts.
• Ensure fabrication per drawings at least one day before production.
• Train steel shop personnel on equipment and safety.
• Maintain a safety-focused environment and look for efficiency improvements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Crane operation

Rebar bending & tying

Math basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rebar shear/cutter

Rebar bender

Job description

Job ID: 529110

Non-Exempt

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

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Job Summary

As the Rebar Team Leader you will be responsible for directing all activities associated with the steel department to ensure engineered steel designs are fabricated based on drawings to meet production demand. This position will report to the Production Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Assign work activities amongst department personnel based upon demand
• Read drawings and blueprints
• Operate rebar bender and shear cutter
• Conduct weekly cycle counts
• Operate tie gun
• Maintain accurate record keeping of inventory
• Work with the Production Manager to ensure all steel designs are fabricated in accordance with product drawings at a minimum of one day prior to scheduled production
• Examine and inspect work progress and equipment to verify safety and ensure that specifications are met
• Deliver completed cage designs with accessories attached to the production floor
• Ensure all fabrication equipment is operating as designed including all associated safety features
• Train and develop steel shop personnel on all activities & equipment associated with steel fabrication
• Work with Engineering to interpret drawing details, resolve any concerns/questions and communicate details to shop personnel
• Maintain on high alert for all safety aspects
• Continuously look for ways to improve department efficiency, eliminate waste and reduce costs
• All other duties as may be required on an as needed basis

Job Requirements

• High school diploma / equivalent
• Previous steel fabrication experience regarding cutting, bending and tying rebar preferred
• Must have at least 2 years of related work experience in steel reinforcement activities
• Experience with operation of a crane
• Experience with operating a rebar shear/cutter
• Experience with operating a rebar bender
• Ability to read/write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to perform basic math functions (adding, subtracting, fractions)
• Ability to read and interpret steel design drawings
• Working knowledge of a tape measure/hand ruler
• Leadership skills in terms of prioritizing tasks, training/developing personnel and scheduling/assigning activities
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizations skills
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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