LEAD INSPECTOR

The NORDAM Group•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

The Lead Inspector supervises and coordinates the work of assigned personnel and implements policies and procedures as delegated by management. The role provides leadership to customer-focused production teams to support continuous quality improvement and organizational goals. It oversees department activities, assigns work, coordinates schedules and priorities, provides technical direction, and helps ensure safety, quality, and productivity. The Lead Inspector also performs the work of the stakeholders supervised, trains stakeholders, maintains production and time records, and addresses operational issues. The position leads 3 to 20 Production and Maintenance Stakeholders.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; a combination of experience and training may substitute for the education requirement where applicable.
Five years of experience performing the type of work in the discipline of the work group where the Lead will perform duties.
At least one year of the required five years must involve training, assigning, and reviewing the work of less-skilled stakeholders, or formal leadership assignments from another organization.
Proficiency in the processes and procedures of the supervised area.
Ability to perform all work operations of the area being led.
If work is performed under the division’s repair station certificate, either at least 18 months of practical experience in applicable maintenance procedures, practices, inspection methods, materials, tools, machine tools, and equipment, with certification under 14 CFR Part 65; or completion of formal training acceptable to the Administrator and specifically designed to qualify the applicant for the job.
Ability to work more than eight hours per day and five days per week if required.
For those working at NORDAM Repair Division, ability to ascend and descend stairs.
Frequent walking, handling or manipulating objects, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, talking and hearing, using close vision and depth perception and adjusting focus, and standing.
Occasional travel between facilities by driving and climbing stairs.
Frequently handle or lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Study production schedules and estimate stakeholder hours needed to complete assignments.
Oversee department activities and revise work assignments to meet schedules and contract priorities.
Coordinate activities and provide technical direction to personnel.
Interpret company policies, safety and conduct rules, specifications, blueprints, and job orders for stakeholders; assign duties and establish or adjust work procedures.
Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
Guide teams on development, performance, and productivity issues.
Suggest changes to working conditions and equipment use to improve efficiency.
Monitor and expedite material flow within the production area.
Answer stakeholder questions about area processes or equipment operation and analyze or help resolve work problems.
Coordinate activities with other supervisors.
Maintain time and production or processing records.
Initiate or suggest plans to motivate stakeholders to achieve work goals.
Notify maintenance stakeholders of equipment malfunctions.
Perform the job functions and activities of stakeholders supervised.
Train stakeholders in equipment operation, processing, and safety procedures.
Perform other duties as required, including assignments in other job classifications or departments.