SUPERVISOR - WELDER/FITTER

Job Description

Description:

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in fabrication and assembly of structural products, applying knowledge of layout, product drawings, shop crane capacities and properties of metal. Analyzes work orders and blueprints to determine information, such as material to be used, type of operations, and sequence of operations required. Requisitions material. Inspects work in progress and finished products. Performs other duties as described under Supervisor (any industry) Master Title. May be designated by product fabricated as Structural-Steel-Shop Supervisor (any industry). Must possess excellent leadership and communication abilities. Must have advanced welding capabilities. Must have advanced blueprint reading and comprehension capabilities. Employee must be able to complete assigned job(s), plan the start and completion of a job as to minimize time and maximize efficiency. Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding [Welder, Tack (welding)]. Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or gas welding equipment [Welder, Combination (welding)]. May assemble parts by bolting. May repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torch, straightening press, and handtools. Must possess weld qualification for FCAW, GMAW and SMAW. Must be able to operate shop cranes and forklifts. Will be required to use sound judgment when dealing with employee productivity, attendance and other issues. Will be required to follow and enforce company policies and quality assurance procedures.

Supervision: Works under minimal to no supervision. Typically reports to a manager.

Education: May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with at least 5+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.

PHYSICAL TASKS / FREQUENCY:

Sitting / Occasional

Walking / Frequent

Bending / Frequent

Squatting and Stooping / Frequent

Crawling / Occasional

Climbing Heights / Frequent

Kneeling / Frequent

Twisting / Frequent

Standing / Constant

Reaching Above Shoulder / Constant

Hand Dexterity and Tool Usage / Constant

Foot Restrictions / Must have none

Operation of Motor Vehicle, Forklift, Crane / Frequent

Work Around Non-Contained Machinery / Constant

Work in Tight and Confined Spaces / Frequent (may also require some type of respirator)

Physical Activity / Constant

Length of Work Day / 8 or 10 hours plus OT when required depending upon shift

Requirements:

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:

75 pounds w/ assist

PUSHING/PULLING REQUIREMENTS:

50 pounds

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Hard hat, in required areas, safety shoes and safety glasses.