Weld/Fab Supervisor

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We currently have an exciting opening for a Weld/Fab Supervisor to join our Manufacturing Engineering department located in Tupelo, MS.

This position develops, schedules and implements work activities for the weld and fabrication area.
Coordinates day to day activities of the production process, including personnel supervision, work
assignments, and coordination of the product flow through the production phase.
Requires complete familiarity with and understanding of the general aspects and technical phases of the job.
Interprets and executes policies and procedures and recommends modifications to operating policies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Supervises welders during the fabrication process.
• Assign daily tasks in accordance with established schedules.
• Help determine manpower requirements.
• Help during the interview and hiring process.
• Offers guidance and coaching to manufacturing personnel.
• Oversees the design and building of tooling needed for the production process.
• Examines defective equipment to determine cause of malfunction and reports need for repairs.
• Assists test department with expeditious turnaround of repairs as required.
• Assists engineering staff to resolve design and documentation issues.
• Interfaces with planning personnel in the generation of process flows, as well as with quality assurance
• personnel.
• Analyzes work orders and blueprints such as material to be used, type of operations, and sequence of operations required.
• Monitors usage and supply of all production materials and tooling; reorders when necessary.
• lnterfaces with production control to help prevent material and equipment shortages.
• Formulates and recommends plans, policies, procedures and schedules for the section.
• Seeks methods to improve product quality, repeatability and efficiency.
• Schedules and coordinates work assignments.
• Ensures accurate time charging.
• Inspects work in progress and finished products.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the departments.
• Implements configuration changes in the product and supports field upgrades and operations.
• May interface with outside vendors and sales representatives to stay current on new products and
• services.
• May interface with customers to answer questions relating to the product.
• Participates in hiring, promoting, and training subordinate employees.
• Assigns, directs and reviews their work.
• Responsible for observing all Jaws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever
• business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work and lead the workplace in a safe manner in accordance with established operating
• procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and nine or more years of progressive professional experience in a related technical field with at least three of those years in a supervisory capacity. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must demonstrate an extensive technical understanding of the following welding processes: GTAW, GMAW SMAW, FCAW and SAW.
• Familiar with Brakes, Plasma Table and hand tools.
• The ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads and staff to meet established milestones.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • Ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex matters of diverse scope and nature.
  • Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings to a variety of audiences including management and outside representatives.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees and external representatives.
  • Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Ability to represent the company on external projects.
  • Strong computer skills. The ability to work extended hours and travel is required.

Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance is desired.
Salary:$66,940 - $116,965

Salary : $66,940 - $116,965