Lead Manufacturing Weld Fabricator

HOLT Manufacturing is looking for a Lead Manufacturing Weld Fabricator. This position is responsible for performing moderate manufacturing weld fabrications of various products and components. The MFG Weld Fabricator Lead demonstrates proficiency as a welder in the following established procedures and guidelines; understanding drawings and blueprints, adhering to the standard procedures in the use of equipment when setting up parts, tack welding, stitch welding, and seal welding. Able to work independently or as a member of a team to provide welding services that satisfy customer needs and achieve departmental goals.

Senior-level position – Generally has four to six years of experience and/or demonstrated job-relevant knowledge/skills and obtained welding certifications in the GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW welding process in the 1-3 G/F positions. The MFG Weld Fabricator Lead has advanced knowledge of standard and technical concepts, practices, and procedures in multiple manufacturing areas; is self-starting, and requires minimal supervision.

What can HOLT offer you?
A competitive salary, front-loaded PTO, 401k matching plus a profit-sharing plan, comprehensive health care benefits, tuition reimbursement, wellness rewards, gym discount, an amazing employee development program with a department devoted to your professional development allowing you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future opportunities at HOLT, and much more! There is also a Sign-On Bonus of up to $5,000 for those qualified.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Four to six years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
• Basic Welding Certifications in the GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW welding process in the 1-3 G/F positions required
• Experience in leading/mentoring others is preferred

Essential Functions:

• Models promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Adheres to guidelines and procedures in setting up, tack/stitch weld subassemblies and full products utilizing various tools and fixtures• Effectively develops new fabrication weldment procedures, utilizing drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols while referencing current standard work
• Uses advanced skills to interpret blueprints, drawings, and all welding processes through weld symbols and call-outs
  Accurately completes work orders, fabrication, and welding on product and their components
• Ensures all weldments are in compliance with specific welding codes, procedures, and quality standards
• Performs advanced oxy/acetylene torch cutting and welding of multiple different welding processes
• Desires to challenge self with an abundance mindset to achieve the highest levels of performance and quality
• Performs and completes tasks with minimal supervision
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; (e.g., ProTech Welder Training Paths)
• Performs in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) with job tasks and maintains consistency between work shifts and work areas.
• Transports material in the area or between areas utilizing overhead cranes, jibs, carts, magnets, and other devices
• Works as a member of the manufacturing team to provide high-quality products that satisfy the customer (internal and external) and achieve manufacturing goals
• Maintains the performance of equipment and work area through regular operator checks and maintenance resulting in operational equipment and work areas in good, clean, and orderly condition (Operator Performed Maintenance (OPM and 5S)
• Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
• Performs high-quality inspections, completes reports, documents, and/or any other necessary paperwork, and enforces required rework after customer delivery
• Communicate variances to established processes for an area or product
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
• Models and encourages all teammates in safety, policy, and procedural issues when the
  opportunity arises
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all
  company policies, procedures, and standards
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of weld equipment and dimensional tools, including their uses, and maintenance
• Advanced knowledge of specification and drawing interpretations; e.g. drawings, blueprints, computers, and the use of equipment needed to fabricate and perform the task at hand
• Advanced knowledge of current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems
• Established good work habits, accuracy, and exceptional attention to detail and quality of work and awareness
• Advanced technical skills as a skilled qualified welder and fabricator to effectively perform assigned welding tasks
• Ability to read, write, and understand information
• Adaptable to changing schedules and exhibits time management skills
• Ability to follow logical troubleshooting and standard operating procedures when performing welding fabrication
• Ability to develop thinking and problem-solving skills to learn and understand the Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) process
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a strong work ethic being dependable, reliable, and honest with demonstrated integrity
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in fabrication and welding
• A self-starter and self-motivated with an exceptional safety record