Mech I Sheet Metal - 3rd Shift

POSITION PURPOSE

A shop hourly position with the primary responsibilities of operating specified fabrication machines correctly and efficiently including start up, production, and shut down.  The Mechanic I will also be required to train and mentor junior mechanics and assist the department leadership team with daily assignments as directed.

 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS


* Understand two of the fabrication equipment which includes the capacity and limitations as well as the preventative maintenance and minor trouble shooting of the following machines:
+ Laser
+ NC
+ Press Brake



* Possess certification on equipment.


* Interpret work orders, blue prints, and measuring devices.


* Understand the scrap/cut plan process and follow the rules to minimize scrap losses.


* Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Sheet Metal Fabricator.


* Must have good product knowledge and understand the fabrication process.



* Effective written and oral communication including documentation of processes, and the communication of those processes with fellow mechanics.


* Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.


* Competent in math including: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractional computations, and fraction to decimal conversions.



* Be able to use and understand the following measurement equipment: micrometers, tape measures, dial calipers, square, protractor, and micrometer.


* Demonstrated ability to lead small groups.


* Computer competency with MS Excel including updating data and generating metrics in pre-formatted spreadsheets, also to use fabrication databases i.e.

incident, FaST and MPS Homepage.


* Good product knowledge.



* Must possess a can do attitude and demonstrate a high level of motivation.


* Demonstrated flexibility to work at multiple department work stations and adapt to change.


* Ability to work on cross functional teams in support of plant objectives.


* Quality oriented and high attention to detail.


* Good organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.



* Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and ability to support root cause analysis for identified quality issues.



* Able to perform root cause analyst and recommend solutions.

 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES


* Operate equipment in a manner that maximizes productivity and quality.


* Train junior mechanics of the team and guide their work performance.


* Provide leadership of the team in the absence of the Station Lead and or Team Leader.


* Understand departmental metrics and communicate / interpret for junior mechanics.


* Update and post metrics as assigned.


* Accurately complete paperwork or online data entry required by department.


* Document processes for knowledge capture and the training of junior mechanics.


* Maintains and sustain 5S standards in the department.


* Participate in continuo...