Processing Lead
Core
Oversee daily operations of the Processing Department in a fabrication shop, leading a team of processors while actively operating CNC equipment to produce steel components and fabricated parts.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing operations lead (structural steel/metal fabrication)
Builds
Structural steel components, fabricated parts, and processed materials for downstream fabrication and assembly operations.
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Structural steel fabrication
Required skills
CNC plasma cutting, CNC routing, plate rolling, angle rolling, lathe operation, mechanical troubleshooting, blueprint reading, OSHA compliance, 5S principles, lean manufacturing, team leadership, production scheduling, quality inspection
Preferred skills
Nesting software, CNC programming, ERP systems, forklift certification, overhead crane operation
Technologies
CNC plasma cutting tables, CNC routers, CNC press brakes, lathes, plate rolling equipment, angle rolling equipment
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily activities of material processing personnel; Assign work based on production schedules and priorities; Operate and troubleshoot CNC plasma cutting, routing, press brake, lathe, and rolling equipment; Verify work orders, drawings, and cut lists before processing; Ensure processed materials meet dimensional and quality requirements; Minimize downtime and maximize equipment utilization; Maintain traceability of materials and documentation; Lead by example in maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring OSHA compliance; Recommend improvements to processing methods and workflow to reduce scrap and waste.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
