Working Lead- Machine Operator

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Sick time

Job summary

GTI Fabrication seeks a Working Lead to manage daily team duties in our welding/fabrication department. As a subject matter expert, you will guide staff, interface with leadership, and report daily status of projects and needs identified by the team.

Responsibilities include improving processes, ensuring safety, aligning with QA, and supervising multiple projects to meet quality and delivery goals. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Two to four years related welding/fabrication experience.
• Proven ability to supervise and motivate direct reports.
• Proficiency in reading electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, analyzes, modifies, and implements department processes, policies, and procedures.
• Interfaces with QA to ensure high quality and improve methods.
• Ensures manufacturing methodology is followed.
• Communicates goals and initiatives to improve plant performance.
• Supervises day-to-day department activities and staff.
• Keeps knowledge of machine capacity and optimizes utilization.
• Enforces safety rules and investigates incidents.
• Directs staff and maintains adherence to policies and regulations.
• Provides day-to-day guidance and recognition of performance.
• Monitors team activities and addresses issues.
• Directly supervise employees and perform supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Reading blueprints

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Decision making

Job description

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.

We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.

GTI Values: Safety I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility

Overview

The Working Lead for our team is responsible for performing and carrying out the day-to-day responsibilities of their team. This position is to serve as the subject matter expert on the work being performed on the team and is the first point of contact for the employees on the work they are assigned for the day. The Working Lead will directly interface with leadership members as to the status of projects at the end of each day, and effectively communicate any needs identified by their team.

Job Responsibilities

• Reviews, analyzes, modifies, and implements efficient and effective department processes, policies, and procedures.
• Interfaces with QA manager to ensure highest degree of final quality and develop new and better quality methods.
• Ensures approved manufacturing methodology is being followed.
• Develops and communicates goals and key initiatives to improve plant performance and success.
• Performs the physical work of the department
• Maintains knowledge of machine capacity and develops solutions for efficient utilization.
• Ensures all safety rules and regulations are followed; investigates accidents in a timely, accurate, and complete manner.
• Assigns duties and monitors quality of work; assures staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations.
• Provides day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively works to promote and recognize performance.
• Keeps up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.
• Directly supervise employees assigned to their department and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Two to four years related welding/fabrication experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating direct reports
• Proficiency in reading and understanding electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Basic competence in direct reports duties and tasks
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
• Proven leadership skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.

Perks & Benefits

GTI Fabrication offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.

GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.