Master Welder/Test Tank - 3rd Shift

POSITION PURPOSE

A shop hourly position with the primary responsibilities of testing all coils at the test tank and properly repairing all leaks.  As a senior mechanic, the Master Welder/Test Tank technician is an influencer, who is also responsible for leading, training and mentoring junior mechanics in the department.   The Master Welder/Test Tank technician demonstrates BAC’s values of Earning Trust, Embracing Responsibility, Showing Courage, and Driving Innovation.

The purpose for every position at BAC regardless of department or level can be summed up as doing the right thing in the right way.

 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES


* Owns personal and team safety.

Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.


* Update and post metrics as assigned such as leak rates, coil quality traveler.


* Train mechanics on lessons learned and process improvements.


* Participate in continuous improvement activities and projects.


* Conduct daily review of scheduled work.


* Test and repair coil leaks.


* Track coil proficiency log in a spreadsheet including comments and action taken.


* Ensure Quality metric report is accurate at all times & collaborate with Team Lead & Station Lead regarding discrepancies.



* Interpret work tickets and channel completed products to staging area for the next operation.


* Complete and maintain ISO documents on a daily basis.


* Practice and sustain 5’s methods.


* Communicate with critical stakeholders (Team Leads, Inspectors, Supply Chain, etc.)



* Assist with the completion of ongoing training for all employees in the following areas: safety, quality / ISO procedures, production goals and equipment cross training.


* Mentors and drives LEAN principles in the area.



* Continually help develop ways to improve the safety performance and eliminate any safety issues identified in his/her area and within the plant.


* Help achieve departmental safety goals including near miss reporting and safety metrics.


* Contribute to departmental safety improvements.



* Ensure team and individual activities embrace sustainability, reduce the impact on the environment, minimize waste, maximize recycling, minimize energy and water usage.


* Support a culture of innovation through original thinking to improve processes, methods, systems or services; translates new ideas into business opportunities.



* Perform other duties as assigned by plant leadership.

 

NATURE & SCOPE

This position will report to the Station Lead and Team Lead of the Coil Dept.

 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS


* Minimum of one year of experience in the coil department is preferred.


* Working command of the English language, both written and spoken.



* Possess good communication skills and the ability to work professionally with BAC co-workers.


* Demonstrate strong skills in initiative, problem solving, and working in a “team” envi...