Automotive Lead Welder

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Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment is a division of Douglas Dynamics, North America's premier manufacturer and up-fitter of work truck attachments and equipment.

Our belief is that our employees and culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We place a high value on building a team and working environment where individuals can succeed professionally and personally. As a team member at Douglas Dynamics, you can expect to make a difference through your work, to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission to serve our customers, to advance your career, and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life.

Our focus on integrity, teamwork, and high performance creates an ideal work environment for every one of our employees. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Discover our opportunities and come see all the ways you can do more at Douglas Dynamics.

We would love to have you join our team, where we offer top notch benefits, multiple avenues for advancement and a great working environment.

This is a full-time position responsible for leading shop floor associates (SFA's) in a manufacturing environment. overseeing daily operations on the shop floor to ensure production goals are met safely, efficiently, and with high quality. This role acts as the first line of leadership for shop employees, providing guidance, direction, and support while maintaining open communication with supervisors and management.

• Maintain a clean work area, enforce safety regulations and take action to remove safety hazards.
• Assist in managing daily production schedule and corresponding manpower requirements to meet production targets.
• Ensure materials and processes result in the production of products that meet quality standards.
• Observe, train and coach employees, ensuring conformance to safety and operating procedures while maintaining the required production output.
• Troubleshoot equipment to maximize efficiency and minimize down time.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

• Hourly rates ranging from $31.00/hr - $49.00/hr. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including experience and qualifications.
• On the job training.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• A fulfilling career with the ability to contribute to an Industry leader.
• A comprehensive suite of benefits.
• A generous 401k match.
• Profit sharing for all full-time employees.
• Dejana Truck and Utility Equipment is a proud sponsor of GEDWorks, a company sponsored program to help any employee (or their family member) earn their GED as they work for us.

• Competency in Lean Manufacturing principles is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve results.
• Team-player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organized, detail orientated, and skilled at following up and following through.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Thorough technical knowledge of assigned products.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow blueprints, engineering drawings, Bill of Materials and other production related documentation.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain Lean manufacturing programs and metrics related to Safety, Quality and Delivery.
• Mechanically inclined and self-motivated.
• Advanced knowledge of MIG welding and equipment required.
• Must have own tools.

• High school diploma, equivalent
• Three-year related experience (preferred but not mandatory) in a manufacturing environment or technical school.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, and production schedules.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to shop floor processes is preferred.

• Most of the time will be spent standing on a hard surface.
• Position requires the ability to frequently lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Position requires…