Detail Lead - Night Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Detail Lead is responsible for safely and efficiently operating detail machines while providing day-to-day guidance and support to machine operators. This position serves as a lead resource for machine operation, production quality, troubleshooting, material handling, and workflow. The Detail Lead helps ensure production goals are met while maintaining company safety and quality standards.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Three (3) years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred; candidates with less experience may be considered and trained as necessary.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating CNC machines and/or plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Experience using hand measurement tools preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide direction and assistance to other employees.
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems and make appropriate adjustments to equipment and processes.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and provide day-to-day guidance to Machine Operators to support safe, efficient, and productive operations.
• Operate CNC machines, plasma, and oxy-fuel cutting equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, cut lists, and work instructions to accurately produce required parts.
• Monitor CNC machines and cutting operations to ensure equipment is operating safely and at maximum performance.
• Make machine adjustments as needed to maintain production efficiency, dimensional accuracy, and product quality.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report machine malfunctions, equipment issues, and quality concerns.
• Assist operators with machine setup, operation, troubleshooting, and proper work procedures.
• Help coordinate the flow of material and work to maintain production schedules and priorities.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts in accordance with company procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Bring in, stage, and remove steel parts and materials of various sizes, thicknesses, and shapes.
• Inspect completed work to ensure parts meet blueprint, quality, and customer requirements.
• Maintain safe operation of all machinery and equipment by following company and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
• Perform and document preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Complete production, quality, maintenance, and other required logs accurately and timely.
• Communicate production, quality, equipment, and safety issues to appropriate leadership.
• Assist with training and onboarding of new machine operators and reinforce proper operating and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in various indoor and outdoor conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, dust, and noisy environments.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to carry up to 20 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching forward, balancing, feeling, object handling, simple hand grasping, firm hand grasping, and operating machine controls are required.
• Regular sitting, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching overhead, stooping, and crouching are required.
• Must be able to properly wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Productivity Bonus
• On-Site Clinic
• $2 Night Shift Differential