Job opportunity
Welder - Leadperson
GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
Job information
Reference Number
JR-0028215
Job function
Manufacturing & Production
Position type
Full time
Site
1600 O'Keefe Road, Hudson, WI 54016
Your responsibilities and tasks:
Summary: Lead and coordinate workshop activities involving stainless-steel component fabrication. Utilize technical drawings to guide layout, cutting, welding, and finishing processes. Ensure quality, safety, and productivity targets are met.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and prioritize tasks for workshop team.
- Attend production meetings and maintain positive work environment.
- Train and mentor team members.
- Conduct daily meetings for instruction and communication.
- Perform in-process inspections to maintain quality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.
- Collaborate with other departments for seamless production.
- Monitor and optimize team efficiency.
- Uphold safety practices and regulations.
- Actively participate in workshop projects.
- Drive productivity improvements.
- Maintain positive attitude and safety culture.
Your profile and qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead projects.
- Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.
- Basic computer proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Welding certification preferred.
- Proficient in blueprint reading.
- Flexible to work across workshop departments.
- Capable of workshop shutdown/startup procedures.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.
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GEA’s heritage stretches back more than 140 years. Today, we operate in resilient customer industries with a dedicated workforce of more than 18,000 employees and conduct business with more than 150 countries.
