WELDER / FITTER FIRST SHIFT LEAD

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Duties include but are not limited to : Will assist Supervisor by providing oversight and leading activities of workers engaged in welding / fabrication and assembly of structural products, applying knowledge of layout, product drawings, shop crane capacities and properties of metal. The Lead is expected to use independent judgment in

selecting the repair methods, equipment, and materials used to accomplish assignments. Analyzes work orders and blueprints to determine information, such as material to be used, type of operations, and sequence of operations required. Inspects work in progress and finished products. Performs other duties as prescribed by Supervisor. Must possess excellent leadership, confidentiality and communication abilities. Must have advanced welding capabilities. Must have advanced blueprint reading and comprehension capabilities. Employee must be able to complete assigned job(s), plan the start and completion of a job as to minimize time and maximize efficiency. Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding [Welder, Tack (welding)]. Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or gas welding equipment [Welder, Combination (welding)]. May assemble parts by bolting. May repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torch, straightening press, and hand tools. Must possess weld qualification for FCAW, GMAW and SMAW. Must be able to operate shop cranes and forklifts. Will be required to use sound judgment when dealing with employee productivity. Will be required to notify Supervisor / Management when there are employee issues to be addressed. The Lead will not be involved in employee discipline procedures unless otherwise approved per Supervisor / Management. The Lead will be required to follow and enforce company policies, safety and quality assurance procedures.

Requirements :

Education : May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

PHYSICAL TASKS FREQUENCY

Sitting Occasional

Walking Frequent

Bending Frequent

Squatting / Stooping Frequent

Crawling Occasional

Climbing / Heights Frequent

Kneeling Frequent

Twisting Frequent

Standing Constant

Reaching Above Shoulder Constant

Hand Dexterity / Tool Usage Constant

Foot Restrictions Must have none

Operation of Motor Vehicle / Forklift / Crane Frequent

Work Around Non-Contained Machinery Constant

Work in Tight / Confined Spaces Frequent (may also require some type of respirator)

Physical Activity Constant

Length of Work Day 8 or 10 hours plus OT when required depending upon shift

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS :

___ 10 pounds ___ 50 pounds

___ 20 pounds X 75 pounds w / assist

___ 35 pounds ___100 pounds w / assist

___ Other lifting criteria

PUSHING / PULLING REQUIREMENTS :

___ 25 pounds __ 75 pounds w / assist

X 50 pounds ___ 100 pounds w / assist

___ Other pushing / pulling criteria

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Hard hat, in required areas, safety shoes and safety glasses.