Who is Senior plc?
Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 26 operating businesses in 12 countries. Senior designs manufacture and market high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, and land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.
Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it …
Safety – Integrity – Customer Focus – Respect & Trust – Accountability – Excellence
Who is Senior Operations SoCal?
We are a technology-driven, team-oriented, manufacturing company that takes pride in the relationships we build with our customers, suppliers, and with each other. We offer exciting career opportunities in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment and reward employees who are motivated, innovative, and results-oriented. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join us in engineering solutions for our customers.
We are currently seeking a full-time Weld Lead for the 1st shift (6:30 am - 3:00 pm) at our El Cajon location.
What does the job involve?
The Lead Welder reports directly to the Warehouse Supervisor and receives daily tasks from the Supervisor and/or is responsible for seeing through longer-term projects. Where applicable, the Lead Welder maintains SQIDP boards and metrics and acts as a general inter-departmental liaison. The Lead Welder will act as a backup for the Supervisor. The Lead Wedler will maintain Minimum of 50 percent utilization on direct labor hours and occasional overtime to achieve customer delivery requirements.
What will my responsibilities include?
- If applicable, determines specifications or procedures for tooling requirements, set-up procedures, machine operation, instructions, and machine knowledge.
- Assist with production/maintenance issues as they arise.
- Assist with Weld operators in troubleshooting weld functions and minor weld issues.
- Performs hand and machine TIG welding on a variety of exotic metals and alloys for assemblies to meet strength and pressure requirements.
- If applicable, determines specifications or procedures for tooling requirements, set-up procedures, machine operation, instructions, and machine knowledge.
- Assist in training and mentoring employees needing assistance when necessary. Explains and demonstrate procedures and techniques to employees. Assists in scheduling personnel.
- Assist with ensuring designated daily/weekly/monthly outputs are met.
- Assist in training and mentoring employees needing assistance when necessary. Explains and demonstrate procedures and techniques to employees. Assists in scheduling personnel.
- May coordinate and communicate production/equipment status between departments/shifts.
- Assist in problem-solving issues using correct tools such as SQIDPP, MRB process, and RCCA lead/participate in 10-minute SQDIPP meetings.
- Assist and update visual presentations and performance measurements.
- Organize, lead, and participate in lean functions and Kaizen events.
- Support and guide efforts to continuously improve company performance related to “lean” manufacturing techniques, quality systems, cost, and delivery requirements.
What key skills and experience do I need?
- Knowledge of Lincoln Arc Welder, Pus Arc-10-100, Sciaky, Jetline, Miller Maxstar 161, 175, 200, and 210.
- Computer office programs; Microsoft Office.
What qualifications should I have?
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
- Minimum 6-10 years of experience within the Aerospace industry.
Why Join Senior Aerospace Ketema?
Joining Senior means not only a rewarding career with a tight-knit and collaborative team, but you will also enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market-led base salary, commission plan, and a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness benefits, employee recognition program, matching 401k plan, paid vacation, flexible hours, employee wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement initiatives.
If an offer of employment is made it will be contingent upon passing all of the following: Drug Test, Background Check, ITAR, and U.S. Export Compliance Screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran
Access to our facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. refugees, asylees or temporary residents under amnesty provisions [as defined in 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)] and properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for trade compliance control purposes. Additionally, potential employee’s names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive technical data.