What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pattern Shop Lead position at Grede?
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The Lead person's responsibility is to assist the department supervisor in the daily operation and production. Assist in the scheduling and training of all department personnel.
What You'll Do:
Complete a safety inspection of assigned equipment prior to operation.
Coordinate Pattern Shop functions including the repair, maintenance, development of new patterns and ensuring availability of required raw materials and supplies.
Program and operate Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining centers and use Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) etc.to verify tooling features.
Assist in Analyzing Metrology results as compared to customer drawings and specifications.
Coordinate corrective action with supervisor or necessary department when Patterns do not conform to specifications.
Work with maintenance, technical, quality, molding and core personnel to minimize downtime for core making or molding related issues.
Train and schedule sufficient personnel to meet department schedules.
Provide input to supervisor about the performance of melt personnel.
Assist with ordering raw materials and supplies.
Collect and record pertinent data and enter in appropriate file or database.
Notify supervisor and other departments, as necessary, of quality, mechanical, delay or personnel problems and take corrective action within scope of responsibility.
Utilize delay time constructively by doing housekeeping or other area improvement activities.
Participate in area continuous improvement efforts including Employee Involvement activities.
Personal attendance record should remain in compliance with company guidelines.
This list is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties as necessary.
Why You'll Love Working for Us:
Competitive pay
Company Match – 401K Program
Medical and Dental Insurance
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Company Provided Short and Long-Term Disability
What We Need from You:
Approach work assignments in a positive manner and function as a team member.
High school diploma or equivalent with over three years’ experience preferred.
Requires advanced shop math, complicated drawings and formulas, variety of precision measuring instruments.
Considerable judgment to plan, layout and perform difficult work with concentrated mental and visual attention.
Moderate physical exertion. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Physical movement includes twisting, bending, and standing.
Must be willing and able to wear all required PPE (Safety goggles, hearing protections, steel-toe non-slip safety shoes, and gloves as needed when on the shop floor).
Grede is proud to support transitioning service members and current military veterans with career opportunities that are a match for their skills gained while serving our country. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.
To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at www.grede.com.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
