Keel

Overview

Keel is a company formed by combining industry leaders with expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing. The Fabrication Team Lead oversees daily welding and fabrication activities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Supervisor by overseeing daily welding and fabrication activities.
• Review work orders and blueprints to understand job requirements.
• Plan and organize daily tasks to maximize efficiency.
• Set up welding and fabrication equipment based on job specifications.
• Perform advanced welding using various methods as needed.
• Assemble, tack, bolt, and secure parts in preparation for welding.
• Oversee and guide team members in welding and fabrication activities.
• Inspect work in progress and completed products for quality.
• Troubleshoot issues and determine proper repair methods.
• Operate shop equipment such as cranes and forklifts safely.
• Repair or rework parts as necessary.
• Monitor employee productivity and provide coaching.
• Communicate performance or operational concerns to management.
• Enforce company policies, safety regulations, and quality procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• Advanced welding proficiency in FCAW, GMAW, SMAW, arc and gas welding.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of fabrication, structural assembly, and metal properties.
• Ability to analyze work orders and plan job sequences.
• Experience with equipment operation including welders and forklifts.
• Inspection and quality control experience.
• Repair and rework techniques.
• High school diploma or equivalent with at least 5 years of experience.

Benefits

• 401k
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Shift Differentials
• Overtime Potential
• Paid on the Job Training
• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities

Additional Information

• Occasional travel between plants as required.
• May require physical activities such as lifting up to 50lbs.