Task Force Jobs in Ocala, FL (NOW HIRING)

SCOPE: Performs advanced welding tasks involving fit-up, weld, and repair metal and other weldable materials using a variety of techniques, with a specialization in 2G or 3G or 6G welding.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Certified to weld in all positions (horizontal, vertical, overhead, and fixed 45-degree angle), including complex welding that requires a high degree of skill and precision.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and diagrams to determine appropriate welding processes and sequences.
• Prepares materials and setups, and ensures all welds meet structural and safety standards.
• Inspects completed welds for defects and ensures adherence to codes and industry regulations (such as third-party testing, NDT, AWS, and 100 standards).
• Operates and maintains welding equipment and automated systems. May work with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other alloys as required by project specifications.
• Adheres strictly to safety procedures for working in hazardous environments and may assist in training other welders.
• May require 0-1 year of certified welding work experience and/or proven qualifications of skillset.

OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Perform or assist with any operations, as required or directed, to maintain workflow or respond to production requirements.
• Follow safety rules, ensure safe operating conditions within area of responsibility and notify supervisor of unusual operating conditions.

• Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, training programs, and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain a specific level of knowledge pertaining to changes to equipment or process, new developments, requirements, procedures and policies and assist with the training and orientation of new or transferred employees as directed.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• Hand and hand power tools, tape measure, level, welding machines, fixtures, overhead cranes.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:

1. SAFETY: Follow E-ONE General Health & Safety Rules, ensure safe operating conditions within area of responsibility, and notify coworkers and supervisors of hazardous acts and conditions. Proper use of PPE; use only defect-free equipment. Promote safety in department. Use proper lifting techniques and overhead hoist when needed. Maintain clean and safe working environment in line with 5-S Philosophy. Participate in hazardous communication training and safety meetings.
2. QUALITY: Responsible for the quality of work. This requires defect-free work and understanding of the requirements of the company's quality system as it pertains to job duties and responsibilities. Must be able to check work to ensure conformance to process control instructions, specifications, and quality standards. Identify and segregate nonconforming product. Identify the need for and assist in initiating and implementing corrective and preventive actions when appropriate. Follow the 3 Don'ts: 1) Don't accept poor quality; 2) Don't make poor quality; 3) Don't pass poor quality.
3. FLEXIBILITY: Able and willing to work in other areas as needed. Must be flexible in taking lunch and breaks when workflow requires. Willing to work additional hours as necessary.
4. INITIATIVE: Actively participate in continuous improvement of products and processes to better serve customers and improve the overall profitability of E-ONE. Actively seek out work in other areas when current assignment is complete. Make suggestions for improving product quality, processes, safety, and company profitability. Submit these implemented improvements utilizing our Minor Kaizen process.
5. TEAMWORK: Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player. Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures. Working together as a team for continuous improvement is vital to ensure the future of E-ONE and its employees. Teamwork will be required to be effective in daily production assignments as well as special improvement projects.
6. Lean: To daily utilize your skills and experience to eliminate waste and continually improve your process. Additionally, develop your knowledge of Lean through supporting your area in maintaining the highest levels of 5S; utilizing visual management tools that highlight problems and solve those problems for true root cause; participate and support kaizen events; and participating in the Lean Certification and Minor Kaizen programs.
7. CAREER DEVELOPMENT: Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, training programs, and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to changes to equipment or process, new developments, requirements, procedures, and policies. Work towards obtaining your Bronze Lean Certification.
8. LEADERSHIP: Lead the team, provide innovative thought leadership on strategies to grow market share, increase profitability, and meet long-term business goals.
9. ACTION-ORIENTED: Enjoy working hard; is action-oriented and energetic; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seize more opportunities than others.
10. CONFLICT MANAGEMENT: Step up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; read situations quickly; good at focused listening; can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; can find common ground and get cooperation.
11. DEALING WITH AMBIGUITY: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
12. DRIVE FOR RESULTS: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or General Education Diploma.
• Math and blueprint reading skills
• Must be able to pass 2G, 3G or 6G certification within 30 days of hire.
• Proficiency in TIG, MIG, or flux core welding processes.
• Strong understanding of welding codes, metallurgy, and inspection techniques.
• Must maintain certification according to AWS certification.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and complete complex welding assignments to specifications.
• Must also have the ability to read and understand basic assembly prints, weld symbols and measure dimensions