Keel

Overview

Keel is a company formed by combining expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing. As a Welder Team Lead on the 2nd shift, you will assist in leading fabrication workers to ensure quality production and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist with leading, mentoring, and developing Welder I and II.
• Perform job safely and ensure the safety of subordinates.
• Assist the supervisor in managing daily expectations to accomplish goals for the shift.
• Perform daily audits of team members for procedural compliance.
• Read and interpret job travelers, blueprints, drawings, welding procedures, and joint surface index.
• Set up and troubleshoot advanced welding machines.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of grinding, gouging, and weld repair.
• Deliver and receive constructive criticism and apply lessons learned.
• Conduct Pre-Shift brief on safety issues and production goals.
• Assist supervisor with project documentation.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Minimize production downtime by escalating issues to the supervisor.
• Maintain a respectful and professional approach while leading the team.
• Promote a culture of mentoring and development.
• Help enforce all company policies and procedures.
• Drive housekeeping within the team and maintain 5S standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of an accredited weld training program or equivalent.
• 3 or more years of demonstrated NAVSEA experience.
• Welding Certification from an accredited program preferred.
• Successful completion of 10 weld tests in various welding techniques.
• Successful completion of Welder Workmanship Training (WWT).
• Detailed knowledge of manufacturing welded steel products.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment safely and independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional groups.
• Ability to build a high-performing team and lead by example.
• Ability to coach and mentor the workforce in trade skills.
• Ability to collect and display performance data on the shop floor.

Benefits

• 401K
• PTO