FABRICATION LEAD

The Caldwell Group Inc•Rockford, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for ensuring accurate oversight of Fabrication and well as ensuring timely workflow, based on the Work Center Priority Report and other production information tools. Reprioritizes workload to accommodate hot and rush job requirements to support production on-time delivery metrics and throughput.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Five years Lead or Supervisor experience in a fabrication or similar environment
Three years of experience applying continuous improvement principles
Strong verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with individuals in various departments and levels
Basic comfort level with PC based and data collection technology
Strong customer orientation toward both internal and external customers
Proven problem identification and problem-solving skills, using other depts, including Engineering as necessary to address problems
Ability to work alone or in a team on board variety of projects
Ability to multitask in a rapidly changing environment
Ability to use hand tools, power tools and read a tape measure
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints

Nice To Haves

LEAN Manufacturing / Six Sigma quality training highly preferred

Responsibilities

Runs and manages grids & daily reports including timecard audits, efficiency reports, and others as needed to ensure proper job time and standard managements
Reviews and manages workload assignments to the Work Center Priority lists
Trains and educates employees on various tasks w/in the dept. by providing necessary tools and ensuring full understanding of welding operations
Oversees time tracking assigned employees. Establishes and counsels direct reports to meet standards
Manages and develops the welding team. Provides training & development opportunities, administers the departmental development program and delivers performance management, as needed
Works w/other dept. lead and foreman to resolve issues that arise during the manufacturing process.
Document NCRs or ECRs to help drive continuous improvement.
Creates and maintains work instructions for all processes in Fabrication
Support continuous improvement and LEAN efforts
Coordinate with maintenance to keep equipment in safe and working condition
Addresses defective tools and equipment
Demonstrates the Caldwell Company Values in all work activities and instills the same behaviors in all direct reports
Ensures a clean and safe work environment. Trash and debris are removed throughout the day and clear aisles are maintained.
Enforces all safety rules and regulations