FLL Weld

DIMENSIONAL METAL PRODUCTS LLC; Indiana; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DIMENSIONAL METAL PRODUCTS LLC in Indiana seeks a Weld Department Lead to ensure welding procedures are performed to spec and to drive high quality and on-time delivery.

You will train and mentor the welding team, oversee execution, participate in process audits with the Quality Team, and implement continuous improvements while maintaining 5S and TPM standards on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 5 years leadership in a front-line role or 10 years welding experience.
• Knowledge/certification in MIG, TIG, spot welding and metals (steel, stainless, aluminum).
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and blueprints.
• Able to operate hand tools and forklift when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead weld department to ensure procedures are followed and on-time delivery is achieved.
• Train current and new employees in all weld department aspects.
• Participate in process auditing with the Quality Team and drive improvements.
• Oversee team performance and maintain 5S and TPM standards on the floor.
• Maintain accurate cycle counts and inventory labeling; report labor data timely.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mentoring

Team player

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Overall Purpose: Why the Job Exists & What You Will Do:Under general direction, lead the Weld Department to ensure manufacturing procedures are performed as required.Essential Job Functions & Expected Outcomes: Your Accountabilities in the RoleMaintaining High Quality and Efficiency (90% of the job)Train current and new employees in all aspects of the Weld Department and monitor floor activitiesParticipate in process auditing working closely with the Quality TeamOversee the Weld Team to ensure items are moving according to schedules and on-time delivery measures are met as set by lean metric goalsUphold RC Industries quality model by ensuring the Weld Team performs all in-process checks and work with the Quality Team as neededMust complete weekly cycle counts and re-checks in an accurate fashion to meet the needs of the materials group at RC.Lead continuous improvements – work instructions, process sheets, TPM, etc.Keep standard work sheets up to date and create new as neededEnsure 5s assignments are completeParticipate in and lead inventory efforts like cycle counting and Physical inventory. Be sure all items are labeled, organized, consolidated and in the right locations.Timely labor reporting for jobs completed in Shop Floor MobileWear required Persona Protective Equipment and abide by safety rules at all timesMentoring & Training (5% of the job)Use strengths and skills to mentor and train others in meeting and exceeding delivery dates and customer expectationsSupports leaders and other team areas as needed to meet overall team goalsParticipate in incident investigations as neededOther Areas of Responsibility (5% of the job)Attend and hold safety meetings as neededFollow RCII’s policies as outlined in the Employee HandbookParticipate in lean manufacturing activitiesAssist engineering and sales on special projectsOpen and close plants and set alarms as neededThe job criteria may include other duties, responsibilities and activities, which may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.Core Values that Apply to All Positions:Dedication to QualityProvide Relentless SupportOn-Time DeliveryLifelong LearnerCustomers are why we existLead by exampleEquipment Used:This role routinely uses various machinery, hand tools, computers, calculators, and other quality control devices.Physical Requirements to Perform Essential Functions:Ability to stand or walk on concrete surfaces seven plus hours per dayAbility to use hands and fingers to operate hand assembly devices, machinery and other equipment or tools in a safe way for seven plus hours per dayAbility to bend, reach, kneel, squat, twist, push, pull and lift up to 50-75 pounds independently to move product on a regular basisAbility to bend, reach, kneel, squat, twist, push, pull and lift over 75 pounds as part of a team lift or using a lifting deviceAbility to review procedures, do basic math and measurement computations as well as visually compare product to quality specificationsEnvironmental Conditions & Travel:The employee is primarily exposed to a manufacturing environment with moderate noise. The employee is occasionally required to wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment while visiting manufacturing departments.The manufacturing warehouse has heat; however, temperature fluctuates throughout the day.Various machinery, equipment and forklifts are used in the manufacturing areas. Employees should use extreme caution, follow all safety procedures, and wear all required PPE to ensure safety for themselves and othersPosition Requirements:Education: A high school diploma or GEDExperience: Minimum 5 years leadership experience in a similar front-line leadership role or minimum 10 years’ experience in a welding role. Knowledge or certification in MIG, TIG and forms of welding (spot welding), steel, stainless steel and aluminum and maintenance of said equipment.Certification(s): n/aFunctional Skills:Ability to oversee both aluminum and steel robotsUse of measuring tools such as tape measure, calipers, micrometers, etc.Able to read, understand and follow work instructions and blue printsAble to work using small hand tools at a good speedAble to be flexible and move from job to job as priorities changeAbility to drive a forkliftTechnology Aptitude/Skills: Ability to use computers to review procedures and enter dataLanguage Skills: Able to read/write/speak English fluently and is able to fill out all required forms and paperwork needed for the position; communicates in a positive wayLeadership/Behaviors: Self-directed, highly-motivated, and ability to be a team player; provide mentoring and training to support the team and reach departmental goalsCulture Match Behaviors: Respectful of others, goal and customer-focused; ability to stay focused on quality as well as being efficient to produce a high level of output on the job; embraces RC Industries values, expectations, and ideas