Hot Forming Lead

Uni-Form Components Corp•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hot Forming Lead provides daily technical leadership and guidance to the Hot Forming team. This position ensures hot forming operations are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company procedures, quality standards, and production schedules. The Hot Forming Lead serves as the department's technical resource, coaches team members, and supports the Supervisor in achieving departmental goals.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in hot forming, press operations, or heavy manufacturing.
Ability to read blueprints, work orders, engineering drawings, and production documentation.
Strong knowledge of hot forming processes, press operations, material handling, and quality standards.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring employees preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the daily activities of the Hot Forming team.
Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately, including sign-offs, traveler cards (TC), heat charts, and time records, when applicable.
Train, mentor, and coach team members on proper setup, alignment, heating, pressing, and forming techniques.
Verify employees follow established work instructions, production requirements, and quality standards throughout the hot forming process.
Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Monitor work quality and process consistency, addressing issues and escalating recurring concerns to the Supervisor.
Coordinate daily workflow and communicate production priorities with the Supervisor.
Ensure employees have the tools, equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to perform assigned work.
Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment while ensuring compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
Communicate equipment issues, production delays, quality concerns, and material shortages to the Supervisor in a timely manner.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Lead by example by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to quality.