Weld Team Lead Weekend Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Type : Full Time, Non-Exempt  

Duration of role: Permanent

Location : St. Paul, VA

About Us

Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world’s largest technology companies.

With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.

About the Role

The Team Leader I is responsible for directing the activities of the assigned production department to manufacture quality products on time and at required cost. This position also is responsible for assisting in the development and growth of employees assigned to the respective department.

What You’ll Do

• Departmental productivity and responsibilities include departmental scrap, timely and accurate work order close-outs, and cost reduction and quality.
• Directly responsible for the safety of department’s employees to include stringent enforcement of safety policies and procedures, ensuring proper PPE is worn at all times, communication of monthly safety topics, prompt completion of all accident or near miss reports, and ensuring that all LOTO procedures are followed at all times.
• Directs the work of Operators and other department personnel as necessary. Trains employees on specific tasks as necessary such as machine operation, safety, and JSAs.
• Mentors and trains new hires, ensuring all new hires are competent in the job tasks and are able to operate safely and efficiently.
• Supports cross training of employees within the department for each operation of the department.
• Oversees programs for department safety, quality, and environmental concerns.
• Maintains required paperwork, procedures, manuals, logs, attendance, and disciplinary actions.
• Performs pre-shift and monthly safety meetings with maintenance employees.
• Works as part of a team environment to include relieving other employees in instances of breaks, absenteeism, vacation, or other production requirements.
• Maintains good housekeeping and follows established safety procedures.
• Follows all policies, procedures, and work instructions including Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Operating Procedures (MOPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSAs), and Safety Manual.
• Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of the quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities; reports all quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.
• This role will require working long hours and weekends to meet production schedules and company activities (i.e.: recording inventory).

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous supervisory experience or education
• 8-10 years’ experience in manufacturing environment
• Ability to use various tools and measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, dial indicator, and feeler gauges.
• Must be computer literate, including proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced working environment with accuracy and
• Able to work in a team environment and interface with a diverse
• Ability to lift up to 50 unassisted.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk, bend, stoop, or crouch for at least an 8-hour
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel machinery, equipment or parts and work near moving mechanical parts.

Employee Benefits

• Pay range: $26 USD to $30 USD per hour.
• Career Scope and Advancement:  As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through  Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon completion of post-offer requirements in accordance with applicable law.

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