Welding Supervisor - 1st Shift

MULTILINK is a 40+-year-old, privately held, industry leader in telecommunications, cable and ITS/Traffic solutions based in Elyria, OH. Our team brings innovative solutions to the world of communication. We handle every stage of product development including research, design, engineering, fabrication, powder coating, assembly and vendor managed inventory logistics. With over 400,000 sq ft of manufacturing space, we have the ability to create solutions uniquely tailored to our customers' needs.

The Welding Supervisor is a key member of the welding operational team. The supervisor is accountable for leading the shift in the pursuit of efficient, quality product in the welding booths. Responsibilities may include: management of inventory, issuing jobs, assisting with production scheduling and planning, selection, onboarding and training of new employees, employee performance and attendance management, continuous improvement initiatives, safety management, ensuring quality of team's work, and collaboration with other departments, 

Key Job Responsibilities

• Supervision of production processes and team members including grinder/finishers, spot welders, laser welders, MIG/TIG welders, and robotic welding. 
• Has a productive positive attitude always refraining from any negativity and requires the same from their team
• Provides training of all leads and oversees training of new staff. 
• Provides developmentally appropriate feedback to team to improve quality, productivity, and skills.
• Monitors employee's schedules, attendance, performance, and growth and ensures proper documentation through the employee life-cycle.
• Ability to read, interpret, and teach the reading of blueprints, job orders, BOMs, and other production related documents. 
• Ensures posting and inventory changes are completed via computer or handheld scanners accurately and following real-time transactions matching physical movements
• Conducts in-process inspections and verifications of finished parts to ascertain continuous quality conformance.
• Reports problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials, and labor to plant manager or appropriate personnel. 
• Is familiar with different welding techniques, robotic welding, and laser welding, and can perform initial troubleshooting of equipment.
• Must be willing to help or operate any open positions when short staffed. 
• Safely moves material using pallet jack or forklift with certification.
• Communicates effectively with other workers to direct personal workflow.
• Promotes teamwork, effective communication, and adherence to company policies, process, and procedures.  
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent may be required. Welding education preferred. 
• A minimum of 3 years managing a production based welding team. 
• Strong MIG and TIG welding skills required, as well as the ability to communicate these process techniques to others.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Safety conscious behavior.
• Must have strong decision-making skills - utilizing reporting and experience to make data-driven decisions. 
• Proficient with computers including Microsoft Office, MRP/ERP systems, inventory tracking and employee/HRIS systems. 
• Must have good mechanical knowledge.

Payrate: $24.00 to $32.00 + Benefits

Education and Experience

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent may be required.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a sheet metal manufacturing environment.
• 5 plus years supervision experience with good leadership and communication skills.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, tape measure, calipers, and other shop drawing aids.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Safety conscious behavior.
• Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, push and or pull 1 50 lbs. frequently.
• Squat/kneel, bend/stoop, twist/turn, grasp and reach overhead and outward frequently.
• Sit, stand and walk for 1 10 hours per day.
• Close mental and visual attention required, coordinating manual dexterity with mental and visual attention for sustained periods of time.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Work Site Environment

• Ability to work in a 55 85 degree Fahrenheit work environment.