Assembly, Fabrication, and Welding Lead

Lincoln Tool & Design

Job Description

Job Title: Assembly, Fabrication, and Welding Lead

Department: Tooling 
Reports To: Tooling Manager

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Assembly, Fabrication, and Welding Lead to oversee daily operations in our small manufacturing facility. This hands-on leadership role involves supervising a team of welders and fabricators, ensuring high-quality production, and optimizing processes to meet deadlines and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership:
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of welders, fabricators, and assemblers, providing guidance and support on technical issues and job execution.
  • Allocate tasks, manage workflow, and ensure team productivity and efficiency.
  • Train team members in welding, assembly, and fabrication techniques, promoting skills development and safety standards.
• Production Management:
  • Plan and coordinate daily production activities to meet project deadlines and quality specifications.
  • Review work orders, blueprints, and technical drawings to ensure accuracy in the fabrication process.
  • Monitor inventory of materials and supplies, ensuring the availability of necessary resources.
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve designs and resolve technical challenges.
• Quality Control:
  • Inspect finished products to ensure they meet the company’s quality standards, identifying and addressing defects or rework requirements.
  • Establish and enforce quality control processes throughout the production cycle.
  • Implement and promote best practices for welding, fabrication, and assembly processes to optimize product quality and consistency.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols, conducting safety checks, and addressing hazards promptly.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and other safety regulations in the workplace.
  • Conduct regular safety training sessions for staff and encourage a culture of safety awareness.
• Process Improvement:
  • Continuously evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles and best practices to enhance productivity and minimize waste.
• Communication:
  • Coordinate with management, engineering, customer, and other departments to ensure seamless communication and problem-solving.
  • Provide regular updates on production status, team performance, and any issues affecting timelines or quality.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent; trade school or technical certification in welding, fabrication, manufacturing engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in assembly, fabrication and/or welding within a manufacturing environment.
  • 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred
• Technical Skills:
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
  • Strong knowledge of various metals and welding processes (e.g., aluminum, steel, stainless steel).
  • Familiarity with machine tools, hand tools, and fabrication equipment.
  • Knowledge in MIG, TIG, and arc welding.
• Leadership Skills:
  • Strong team leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to train, coach, and develop a team.
  • Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Other Requirements:
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality control.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
  • Forklift certification and experience operating overhead cranes (preferred).

Work Environment:

• Physical demands include standing for extended periods, lifting heavy materials, and operating machinery in a noisy, industrial environment.
• This is a full-time position with occasional overtime required to meet production deadlines.