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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading sheet metal fabrication operations, including Amada CNC equipment management, lean manufacturing processes, and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective coaching, problem-solving, and process optimization.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Leadership Experience in Sheet Metal FabricationAmada CNC Equipment OperationLean Manufacturing ImplementationISO-9001 ComplianceERP Experience (SAP Preferred)
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Hard Skills
Sheet Metal FabricationLean SigmaMathematical Calculations for FabricationReading and Interpreting Fabrication DrawingsMachine Setup and ProgrammingPreventive MaintenanceProcess DisciplineSafety Guidelines ComplianceWaste Elimination TechniquesNesting Optimization
Soft Skills
Strong Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMotivational SkillsEffective Communication
Tools & Technologies
Amada Laser Cutting EquipmentPunch EquipmentPress Brake EquipmentPowder Coat Paint BoothERP Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Industry Keywords
Sheet Metal FabricationCNC EquipmentSafety ProcessesLockout/Tagout Procedures5S MethodologyProduction ReportingScrap ReductionMachine GuardingTooling ChangeoversMaterial Shortages
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead and manage resources, tools, training, and direction for sheet metal fabrication employees operating Amada laser cutting, punch, and press brake equipment
- Oversee powder coat paint booth operations and the sheet metal welding team
- Ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery of components from the sheet metal fabrication shop
- Support plant safety training and drive safety processes, including machine guarding and lockout/tagout on Amada CNC equipment
- Hold teams accountable to processes, systems, and results across laser, punch/brake, powder coat, and welding work centers
- Coach and implement lean processes and tools, including 5S, waste elimination, and nesting optimization to reduce scrap
- Work with Supervisors and Team Leaders to prevent or resolve machine downtime, tooling changeovers, and material shortages
- Ensure standardized work and process discipline for machine setup, programming, and part inspection
- Suggest changes to equipment, tooling, and methods
- Coordinate with maintenance and service technicians on preventive maintenance and repairs
- Motivate employees and foster a cross-functional team approach
- Remove barriers to progress and development
Requirements
What you’ll need- Previous leadership experience in a sheet metal fabrication environment
- Hands-on experience operating Amada (or comparable CNC) equipment
- Experience with ISO-9001 requirements and processes
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- ERP computer experience; SAP preferred
- HS Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum of 5 years of related experience in a sheet metal fabrication environment
- Lean Sigma
- Ability to follow written instructions, including Amada machine operating manuals and setup sheets
- Ability to speak effectively with employees
- Ability to read and interpret sheet metal fabrication drawings, flat patterns, bend charts, nesting layouts, operations and maintenance instructions, safety guidelines, and procedure manuals
- Ability to write and develop routine reports and correspondence, including production and scrap reports
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving bend allowances, material yield, and nesting efficiency
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to use required PPE and follow machine guarding and lockout/tagout procedures
- Ability to work in a sheet metal fabrication environment with moderate to high noise levels and varying temperatures
Benefits
Comp & perks- Amada equipment-specific operator and safety training provided on the job
- Forklift certification a plus
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions