Team Leader - Entry Level

Our Decatur, AL facility is currently recruiting to fill the role of 1st shift Team Leader.

The Team Leader will spend more than 90% of work hours performing plating tasks similar to those of other group members.

• Fabricates and assembles metal parts and equipment for machinery used in steel production.
• Develops layout and plans sequence of operations, applying mathematics, stock allowances for thickness, machine and welding shrinkage and physical properties of metal.
• Constructs templates and fixtures.
• Verifies conformance of workpiece to specifications using measuring instruments.
• Performs welding, brazing, and cutting using gas and electrical welding equipment.
• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded.
• Sets up, assembles, and tack welds parts.
• Builds up worn and/or defected surfaces.
• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Determines operation sequences and methods where specifications are not available.
• Accurate aligning and fitting are required.
• Refers to technical drawings and written directions.
• Using a torch or an oxygen lance, dismantles, assembles, and cuts materials to size and shape.
• Mentors entry and mid-level fabricators.
• Ensures the safety and productivity of employees on assigned crew.
• Receives written and verbal instruction, direction and training from Supervisor or other Senior Managers and disseminates this information to employees of the fabrication department.
• Leads troubleshooting.
• Trains employees and may participate in performance appraisal process.
• Operates from a broad scope of responsibility to maintain equipment deadlines and to ensure quality standards are met.
• Enables effective communications between management and operators.
• Participates in risk assessments, near-miss and incident investigations.
• Enforces procedures and policies.
• Might assist in the hiring process.
• Serves as point of contact for customer and/or vendors in the absence or in support of the department Supervisor.

• High School Diploma or equivalent

At Primetals Technologies, we value difference for the benefit of our Employees, our Customers and our Community. Primetals Technologies is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.