Weldout Lead (1st Shift)

Alliance Steel Inc; Wheatland (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Steel Inc. is seeking a day-to-day production lead to coordinate workflow, guide team members, and promote a safe, productive work environment on the shop floor. This role acts as a working lead, ensuring quality, efficiency, and adherence to company standards while supporting management with operational updates and issue resolution.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes is required.
• Prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities to meet schedules and goals.
• Lead by example by following safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and training to production staff.
• Assign work tasks and ensure materials and resources are available.
• Communicate production updates and staffing needs to management.
• Ensure inspections and safety compliance on equipment and work areas.

Skills

MS Office

Manufacturing experience

Blueprint reading

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Job description

Description

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Designation: Safety-Sensitive

Job Summary: This position is responsible for supporting day-to-day operations by coordinating workflow, assisting team members, and promoting a safe and productive work environment. This role serves as a working lead and point of contact for employees on the production floor, helping ensure quality, efficiency, and adherence to company standards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating daily production activities and workflow to meet production schedules, deadlines, and operational goals
• Lead by example by following and enforcing company policies, safety procedures, and PPE requirements
• Provide day-to-day guidance, training, and support to production employees
• Assist with assigning work tasks and ensuring employees have the materials and resources needed to perform their jobs
• Communicate production updates, operational concerns, and staffing needs to management
• Ensure pre-use inspections are completed on equipment prior to operation, and post-use inspections of both the equipment and work area are completed before leaving for the day.
• Assist with troubleshooting production or equipment issues and elevate concerns as needed
• Partner with the Quality Control team to ensure products meet quality standards and customer specifications
• Identify and report roadblocks that impact production flow or prevent the team from meeting daily goals
• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards; immediately report observed safety concerns or violations
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and production equipment as required and certified
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong task prioritization and multitasking skills to support multiple production demands.
• Proficiency in reading a tape measure and performing basic mathematical calculations.
• Competency in reading, writing, communicating, and interpreting blueprints.
• Familiarity with production schedules, work orders, and operational documentation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous manufacturing or industrial experience required
• Prior lead, team lead, or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 75 pounds regularly
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb, reach, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to safely operate and work around heavy machinery and moving materials

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Alliance Steel Inc. 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, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position