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Metal Shop Lead (2nd shift)

MissionCriticalGroupNorth Wales, PA

💰 $52,000 – $68,000/yrFull-timemetalwork and fabricationmaintenance and facilitiesmanufacturing and production

Quick Summary

Metal Shop Lead overseeing fabrication operations and technician team for custom switchgear structure assembly on 2nd shift.

Skills & Keywords

Metal fabricationCNC machineryBlueprint interpretationTeam leadership

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

The following list of responsibilities is not all-inclusive, additional projects and/or tasks may be assigned to meet operational needs. MCG retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position should operational needs warrant.

Team Lead Responsibilities

Duties may include but not be limited to the following:

Operational Oversight Partner with the Metal Shop Supervisor to oversee daily operations, ensuring all productivity, efficiency, and quality standards are met or exceeded.
Project Management Monitor and report project progress using established software and internal tracking processes to ensure deadlines are consistently met.
Process Improvement Proactively identify, propose, and implement enhancements to metal shop workflows to increase throughput and reduce waste.
Management Support Serve as the primary point of contact and provide coverage for the Metal Shop Supervisor during absences; assist with facility opening and closing procedures to ensure site security.
Mentorship & Coaching Lead by example to foster a culture of excellence; provide hands-on training and technical coaching to technicians to enhance their skillsets.
Performance Insight Monitor team output and provide substantive input to the Metal Shop Manager regarding performance evaluations and professional development needs.
Talent Acquisition Participate in the interview process for departmental vacancies and lead the onboarding and technical training of new hires.
Resource Coordination Coordinate overtime scheduling and labor allocation as needed to hit critical operational targets.
Safety Advocacy Conduct regular safety briefings and ensure rigorous adherence to all company safety policies and OSHA standards.
Equipment Maintenance Oversee and perform routine maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and ensure all machinery is operating at peak performance.
Logistics Oversight Coordinate the final preparation and staging of materials to ensure accurate and timely shipments.
Professional Growth Actively participate in advanced operational, safety, and leadership training as mandated by management to maintain a high level of expertise.
Precision Machining Expertly operate metal shop machinery, including CNC punches, press brakes, shears, and various industrial saws.
Welding & Finishing Perform high-quality welding on sheet metal components and execute pre-treatment processes to prepare goods for coating.
Assembly & Integration Assemble custom metalwork, involving the manual handling and precision fitment of sheet metal, raw steel, and copper materials.
Blueprint Interpretation Read and accurately interpret technical blueprints and schematic diagrams to ensure all fabrications meet exact specifications.
Tool Proficiency Utilize a wide array of hand and power tools with precision to execute daily fabrication and assembly tasks.
Core Fabrication Execute essential fabrication duties, including specialized saw cutting, drilling, and deburring.
Cross-Functional Support Participate in cross-training initiatives to gain proficiency in additional skills, providing flexible support to other departments as operational needs evolve.
Shop Stewardship Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace while performing other duties as assigned to support overall shop efficiency.