Job Type Full-time Description Supervises and coordinates activities of fabrication workers engaged in expediting flow of material, parts and assemblies within the fabrication department. Lead, mentor, and coach welders and welder/fitters in daily production activities. Communicate and collaborate with all functional areas to ensure jobs are completed effectively and efficiently. Monitor and manage welding performance, ensuring jobs are on-budget and on-time. Fosters and champions continuous improvement activities to innovate business practices. Reviews upcoming jobs with stakeholders to properly plan and execute. Uses JT2GO and SAP 3D Viewer to reference job specific requirements. Ensure all safety policies and procedures are always adhered to. Performs fit checks and weld inspections, as required. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience. Requires the ability to fabricate and layout according to certification standards. Must be able to effectively instruct and evaluate welder/fitters’ performance to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations. Must be able to be certified for forklift and crane operations and maintain this certification annually. Must be able to effectively communicate with outside sources in written and verbal formats. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs. Must be able to read blueprints and must know GD&T. EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree (Accounting B.S. or B.A.) from four-year college or university; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Supervisory Responsibilities Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the shift. Directly supervises all nonsupervisory personnel within the shift. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. CERTIFICATES , LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS. Valid Driver Licenses Forklift Certification (must pass certification upon hire and maintain annually) Crane Certification (must pass certification upon hire and maintain annually) TRAVEL Ability to travel out of state for training as needed. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk, occasionally stoop, kneel and/or climb; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Ability to identify colors and make fine visual discrimination; ability to make fine judgment of texture. Ability to remember verbal and written instructions over a period of a few minutes to several days. WORK ENVIRONMENT Exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area. EEO STATEMENT KEEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes equity and respect for all. The job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals. Show more Show less
Job Type Full-time Description Responsible for safely and efficiently operating various types of industrial equipment to support steel fabrication processes. This role includes working with machines such as press brakes, lasers, plasma and oxy-fuel cutters, saws, machining centers, and other shop equipment. Operate assigned machines which may include: CNC press brakes Laser cutting systems (e.g., TRUMPF) Plasma and oxy-fuel cutting tables Band saws and beam lines Vertical and horizontal machining centers Welding and grinding equipment Perform machine setups, including loading materials, adjusting tooling, and entering programs. Review work instructions and maintain quality standards while supporting different areas of production as needed. Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions. Measure and inspect parts to ensure accuracy and quality. Perform basic machine maintenance and clean work area regularly. Assist with material handling and movement of parts when required. Follow safety guidelines and wear proper PPE at all times. Communicate with team members and supervisors about job progress or issues. Support production priorities and shift between work areas based on operational needs. All other duties assigned. Requirements Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED preferred. Minimum of 2–4 years of machine operation experience in a manufacturing setting. Experience in steel fabrication is preferred. Required Skills And Abilities Experience operating industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment. Ability to read blueprints and follow written/verbal instructions. Familiarity with using measuring tools such as calipers, tape measures, and micrometers. Basic understanding of machine programming (for CNC-controlled equipment). Comfortable working in a shop environment with exposure to heat, noise, and heavy materials. Willingness to cross-train and support different equipment or production lines. Competencies Safety Awareness and attention to detail. Shows up consistently and completes tasks on time. Understands how machines operate and recognizes signs of wear or malfunction. Works well with others to meet daily goals. Takes initiative and looks for ways to help in other areas when needed. Travel Requirements Travel between facilities as needed to support operational or training needs. Physical Requirements May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly. Ability to maneuver up to 50 lbs. independently. Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. without assistance. Work Environment Exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area. All Keel locations are tobacco free where appropriate. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Keel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, status as a protected veteran or spouse thereof, height, weight, marital or familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Keel complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Keel has facilities. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Keel will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, recruitment advertising, hiring, job assignment, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, or rates of pay, benefits, and selection for training. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by Keel where appropriate.
As a Machine Operator in our steel fabrication department, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating various types of industrial equipment to support our steel fabrication processes. Your role will include working with machines such as press brakes, lasers, plasma and oxy-fuel cutters, saws, machining centers, and other shop equipment. You will operate assigned machines, perform machine setups, review work instructions, and maintain quality standards while supporting different areas of production as needed. It will be crucial for you to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions accurately, measure and inspect parts for accuracy and quality, and perform basic machine maintenance to ensure smooth operations. To qualify for this position, we prefer candidates with a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years of machine operation experience in a manufacturing setting. Experience in steel fabrication is a plus. You should have experience operating industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment, the ability to read blueprints and follow instructions, and familiarity with using measuring tools such as calipers, tape measures, and micrometers. A basic understanding of machine programming for CNC-controlled equipment is also desired. Additionally, you should be comfortable working in a shop environment with exposure to heat, noise, and heavy materials, willing to cross-train, and support different equipment or production lines. Your competencies should include safety awareness, attention to detail, consistency in task completion, understanding of machine operations, working well with others, and taking initiative to help in other areas when necessary. You may be required to travel between facilities as needed and must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, such as standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs. independently, and working in varying environmental conditions. In our work environment, you will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, fumes, machine vibration, noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional restricted space work areas. All Keel locations are tobacco-free where appropriate. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in our workforce.,