Portage Lakes Career Center

Lead Weld

Full-Time

DESCRIPTION

A Lead Welder is responsible for overseeing and coordinating welding operations within a team or department. They have advanced knowledge and skills in various welding techniques, such as MIG, TIG, and arc welding. The Lead Welder ensures that welding projects are completed according to specifications, monitors the quality of welds, and provides guidance and training to other welders. They may also be involved in project planning, material selection, and equipment maintenance. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role

Essential Responsibilities

• Give direction to all hourly employees in the department.
• Organize job duties and oversee training for new hires, as well as, meeting the matrix requirements for cross training.
• Mentor/Facilitate Safety Squad/Safety Program Activities.
• Organize/Prioritize daily workflow to meet customer delivery dates.
• Create In-process Inspection sheet and Weld Maps
• Perform discrepancy checks in Powell quality system
• Proficient in Multi-Tasking multiple areas within the Department
• Proficiency in adapting to change based on Customer Requirements/Needs.
• Capable of trouble shooting mechanical issues and failures
• Work with engineers, supervisors, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and meet customer demand.
• Coordinate inventory cycle counts

Job Requirements

Requirements:

You must be an organized, self-starter, with above average problem-solving ability. Also, you must be able to work alone and unsupervised while under intense pressure from Production customers. Most importantly, you must be able to work as part of a multi-cultural, multi-disciplined team while achieving your highest potential performance.

To be considered for this position, you must meet the following requirements:
• Previous leadership experience (i.e. lead person, crew leader, etc.)
• Multi-tasking, Organizational Skills and Communication are essential for this role.
• Experience with PCs and Windows software. Database experience preferred.
• Able to read technical documents such as technical manuals and mechanical engineered drawings.
• Have at least 3 years of welding experience
• Need to have some Wet Paint and Abrasive Blasting knowledge
• Knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality system.

Not eligible for relocation or sponsorship

About Us
In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!
Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our “can do” attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.
Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability
If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.
About the Team
LOOKING BACK WITH PRIDE AND FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE

2022 marks Powell Industries’ 75th year of providing custom electrical solutions to a diverse, global network of customers. After all this time, one thing has become abundantly clear: our customers consider us partners in their success. These synergistic relationships have built the reputational value they have come to expect from Powell products, people and processes.

Our performance has always been defined by an unwavering commitment to our core values—customers first, respect for our employees, can-do attitude and the relentless pursuit of continuous improvement. These are the tenets of our success.

OUR PEOPLE, OUR SUCCESS
Powell owes our rich history and expectations for the future to the dedicated men and women who make up our diverse, global workforce. From our metal fabricators and electrical technicians to our deep pool of engineers, project managers and commercial experts, this team’s domain expertise is truly inspiring.

Our legacy as complex problem solvers and forward-thinking business leaders sets us apart from our competition and positions the business to succeed going forward. We embrace difficult projects. We listen to our customers. We continue to learn, while leveraging our expertise. And with all of this, we continue to grow as an organization.

Our employees are gearing up for the future right alongside our customers, many of whom are in the process of reinventing their processes and products in an uncertain environment. Despite this uncertainty, let there be no doubt: Complex electrical distribution will continue to be as essential tomorrow as it is today, and Powell will play a vital role in defining this future.

POSITIONED FOR A NEW TOMORROW
The world is changing, and we are well prepared. Powell employees have never been more eager to win in this environment. Our products and services are best in class. We have all the resources and financial flexibility to thoughtfully and responsibly power forward as the electrical distribution experts for generations to come.

The next 75 years couldn’t be more exciting, won’t you join us?

Interested applicants can go to: https://ekcf.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/5286?lastSelectedFacet=CATEGORIES&location=North+Canton+OH+United+States&locationId=300000001957013&locationLevel=city&mode=location&radius=25&radiusUnit=MI&selectedCategoriesFacet=300000006157320

Company Info

Powell Electrical Systems

8967 Pleasantwood Avenue NW, North Canton, Ohio 44720

 

Who To Contact
Ann DeGraffenried-Senior HR Representative

330-572-2528  ann.graffenried@powellind.com

 



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