Assembly Lead Technician

Description

This role is responsible for running the day-to-day production in the Gas Tech Assembly Department. You will plan the work, guide the crew, and make sure equipment is built, welded, tested, and shipped right the first time
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You are responsible for making sure work is done safely, on schedule, within budget, and to code
. This position leads by example on the floor and helps keep the Assembly Department performing at a high level.

• Follow and enforce all Gas Tech safety rules
• Take part in safety audits and inspections
• Help fix unsafe conditions and prevent injuries

• Plan daily and weekly work for the Assembly crew
• Assign jobs and manpower to keep work moving
• Plan space, tools, and equipment to avoid delays
• Track jobs as they move through the department
• Update the Manufacturing Manager on job status
• Step in for the Manufacturing Manager when needed

• Make sure work is done per drawings, specs, and code
• Ensure welders are following the correct procedures
• Help find the cause of quality problems and fix them
• Take part in corrective action meetings
• Work to reduce rework and scrap

• Make sure welders are qualified to Gas Tech weld procedures
• Ensure welding rods, wire, and gas are correct, available, and stored properly
• Know and enforce ASME and ANSI welding requirements
• Oversee cutting, gouging, and welding work
• Read and understand P&IDs, drawings, and shop travelers
• Review and understand NDE results when required

• Make sure required training is completed
• Hold the crew accountable for good housekeeping
• Identify equipment problems and make sure repairs get done

• At least 5 years of process equipment assembly experience
• At least 3 years in a code welding shop
• Experience assembling and testing vessels, skids, and related equipment
• Experience reading P&IDs, drawings, and NDE reports

• High school diploma or GED
• Vocational welding training is a plus
• ISO 9001 shop experience is a plus