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 metals 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>
• 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
• Ensure the safety and productivity of employees on assigned crew
• Receive written and verbal instruction, direction and training from Supervisor or other Senior Managers and disseminate this information to employees of the fabrication department.
• Lead troubleshooting.
• Train employees and may participate in performance appraisal process.
• Operate from a broad scope of responsibility to maintain equipment deadlines and to ensure quality standards are met
• Enable effective communications between management and operators.
• Participate in risk assessments, near miss and incident investigations
• Enforce procedures and policies
• May assist in the hiring process
• Serve as point of contact for customer and/or vendors in the absence or in support of the department Supervisor

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Leadership experience preferred, but not required

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.