Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in fabrication and assembly of structural products, applying knowledge of layout, product drawings, shop crane capacities and properties of metal.
- Analyzes work orders and blueprints to determine information, such as material to be used, type of operations, and sequence of operations required.
- Requisitions material.
- Inspects work in progress and finished products.
- Leads, mentors, coaches welders and fitters in production.
- Performs other duties as described under Supervisor (any industry) Master Title.
- May be designated by product fabricated as Structural-Steel-Shop Supervisor (any industry).
- Must possess excellent leadership and communication abilities.
- Must have advanced welding capabilities.
- Must have advanced blueprint reading and comprehension capabilities.
- Must be able to complete assigned job(s), plan the start and completion of a job to minimize time and maximize efficiency.
- Must be able to bolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts to secure in position for welding [Welder, Tack (welding)].
- Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or gas welding equipment [Welder, Combination (welding)].
- May supervise or assist when needed the repair of products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torch, straightening press, and hand tools.
- Must possess weld qualification for FCAW, GMAW and SMAW. Must be able to operate shop cranes and forklifts.
- Will be required to use sound judgment when dealing with employee productivity, attendance and other issues.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds.
- Will be required to follow and enforce company policies including safety and quality assurance procedures.
Physical Task/ Frequency:
Sitting - Occasional
Walking - Frequent
Bending - Frequent
Squatting/Stooping - Frequent
Crawling - Occasional
Climbing/Heights - Frequent
Kneeling - Frequent
Twisting - Frequent
Standing - Constant
Reaching Above Shoulder - Constant
Hand Dexterity/Tool Usage - Constant
Foot Restrictions - Must have none
Operation of Motor Vehicle/Forklift/Crane - Frequent
Work Around Non-Contained Machinery - Constant
Work in Tight/Confined Spaces - Frequent (may also require some type of respirator)
Physical Activity - Constant
Length of Work Day: 8 or 10 hours plus OT when required depending upon shift
Supervision: Works under minimal to no supervision. Typically reports to a manager.
Location: 4194 Highway 165, Yonges Island, SC 29449
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Qualifications
Education: May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Metal Trades reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way Metal Trades desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains "at-will." The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.
Working conditions: Work may be performed indoors/outdoors. While working outdoors the employee may be exposed to all kinds of weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and cold. Indoors the employee may be exposed to drafts, noise, and dust.
MT is an equal employment opportunity employer, and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or uniformed service (military), or other protected status as prohibited by state and federal law and regulation. Employment opportunities with MT depend on qualifications, professionalism and performance. The Company's policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all phases of the employment relationship including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, upgrading, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of selection, training and compensation.