Welding Team Lead

MiTek • Houston, TX

7d

About The Position

The Welding Team Lead is responsible for directing daily operations within the department and must have experience in a production environment. This role requires strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, along with a comprehensive understanding of all production support functions. A solid knowledge of manufacturing principles, especially Lean manufacturing, is essential.

Requirements

• High School/GED required
• 3+ Years Experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment preferred
• Ability to work with micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring devices, a plus required
• Read and understand engineering drawings and specifications, plus required
• Experience in MRP Software, a plus preferred
• Experience in RF Scanners, a plus preferred
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications
• Forklift Experience preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Showcase good leadership/motivation skills to lead different people with different abilities and character traits
• Swift learner and an excellent coach to train their teammates and so would be expected to have excellent problem-solving skills to effectively handle the challenges and problems in the production department
• expected to understand the importance of time management and be always proactive
• This is a physical position that requires the individual to be able to: stand, walk and carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, walk up stairs and crouch.
• This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ Years Experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment preferred
• Ability to work with micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring devices, a plus required
• Read and understand engineering drawings and specifications, plus required
• Experience in MRP Software, a plus preferred
• Experience in RF Scanners, a plus preferred
• Forklift Experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Supports plant supervision in leading a department in the execution of daily production tasks, training, and continuous improvement
• Work closely with the Production Supervisor to plan and control activities of the assigned department
• Ensure routed production materials are issued/or received on the production floor and located accurately by the team in a timely manner
• Address safety concerns with team members immediately to prevent injuries and production hazards, and promptly follow up with supervision as needed
• Ensure all team members wear protective gear during production and monitor compliance with safety instructions throughout the team
• Ensure team members are performing inspections correctly
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Actively engage in training and on-the-job development opportunities to advance competency in the MiTek Leadership Blueprint
• Ensure ERP/MRP production transactions are done correctly and in a timely manner
• Identify areas for improvement and lead efforts to drive efficiencies, fostering team growth at the site
• Provide support to and serve as backup for the Supervisor
• Ensure timely identification and resolution of issues impacting production
• Maintain positive employee relations and adhere to Company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices
• Work closely with other Plant departments to address and resolve issues
• Work with local manufacturing engineering group to implement efficient and effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that production employees are trained against
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet production deadlines and operational demands

Benefits

• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
• Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
• Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
• Performance/Incentive bonuses
• Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees