Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to supervise technical personnel and to work with other foreman and management personnel.
- Thorough knowledge of steel fabrication practices and procedures.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read, write, and perform higher arithmetic computations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions.
- Ability to understand and carry out semi-complicated verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to interpret, understand and utilize cutting lists, shop work orders, and shop drawings.
- Ability to use a computer for inventory and scheduling purposes.
- Ability to possess pride in own workmanship, demonstrate attention to detail, and work safely.
- Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes in a safe and proper manner. Use and understand industry and Drake-Williams Steel adopted hand signals used for crane operations.
- Perform minor mechanical tasks on machine (tip changes, adjustments, cleaning, etc.)
- Ability to follow inventory procedures.
- Ability to multi-task.
Physical Demands:
- Stand OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY over the course of the 8 to 12-hour work shift.
- Walk OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY over the course of the 8 to 12-hour work shift. The distances walked will range from a distance of a few feet to several hundred feet.
- Sit OCCASIONALLYT to FREQUENTLY over the course of the 8 to 12-hour work shift.
- Lift weights up to 20 pounds from floor to chest OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY, which includes the various tools and materials utilized in the process of performing the usual work duties.
- Lift weights up to 35 pounds OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY from floor to head level during the 8 to 12-hour work shift.
- Lift weights up to 85 pounds OCCASIONALLY from floor to head level during the 8 to 12-hour work shift. Jib cranes and overhead cranes are available for the employee’s assistance with lifting.
- Carry weights noted above distances ranging from a few feet to several hundred feet.
- Climb OCCASIONALLY onto or over the conveyors, steps, or ladders.
- Stoop or crouch OCCASIONALLY while performing the regular job duties. The position will be held continuously for a few seconds to 15 minutes, depending upon the job.
- Kneel in the commission of job duties on an OCCASIONALLY, depending upon the job.
- Crawl OCCASIONALLY up to 10 feet to access tools, materials, etc.
- Reach forward OCCASIONALLY to perform job duties or to retrieve tools. The employee will OCCASIONALLY be required to reach to full forward extension.
- Reach overhead OCCASIONALLY to guide material attached to the cranes and to attach the chains from the crane to the material.
- Push and pull drawers open OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to retrieve tools or supplies. Employee will OCCASIONALLY push material attached to a jib crane or overhead crane to properly guide into place. Force varies up to 35 pounds.
- Pull material OCCASIONALLY at waist height.
- Balance OCCASIONALLY to climb ladders and to walk on steel beams. Employee will not be working at unprotected heights.
- Gross finger dexterity skills required to operate the various tools and equipment utilized in the course of standard job duties. Fine finger dexterity is not required.
Non-Material Handling Demands
- Employee is expected to work 40 hours a week. However, hours including overtime and weekends may be required based on Drake-Williams Steel’s needs.
- Hear sufficiently to be aware of safety issues.
- Visual ability to read and interpret cut lists and shop drawings. Safety glasses are required in the shop area.
- Exposure to heat, cold, wet and humid conditions in the shop area OCCASIONALLY.
- Exposure to fumes, odors and dusts in the shop area OCCASIONALLY.
- Exposure to solvents, greases, oils, and coolants OCCASIONALLY.
- Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment. PPE includes steel-toe safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats.
Tools Utilized:
Pencil, Square, Tape Measure, Markers, Hammers, Wire Brushes, Grinders, Grab Hooks, Vise Grips, Allen Wrenches, Pry-Bar, C-Clamps, and Chains.
Machines Utilized:
Welders, Grinders, Torches, Plasmas, Computer, Overhead Crane, Jib Crane, Gantry Cranes, Processing Equipment, CNC Machines, Paint Guns, Blaster, Ironworker, Transfers, Forklifts, etc.
Experience and Education Required:
- High School degree or equivalent.
- Two or more years of lead/supervisory experience in manufacturing or fabrication is preferred.
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