Lead Welder

LEAD WELDER

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote a healthy working environment for your teammates
• Assign technicians to responsibilities, and prioritize work before official start of shift based on production schedule and in alignment with the technician skills matrix
• Help personnel with any training and development they would need assistance with
• Review pass-down; update lead board with pertinent information, and work with the Lead counterpart to tackle any schedule needs or shop improvement projects
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corresponding corrective action plans
• Maintain area metrics, scheduling tools, and consumable supply inventory
• Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing
• Coordinate support organization efforts to minimize production interruptions
• Conduct a communication briefing at start of shift with technicians
• Prepare your following shift for success

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of welding experience
• 1+ years of experience welding at a launch or production site

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience welding on steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel projects
• 5+ years of layout and fitting experience
• 10+ years of structural welding experience welding large scale structures, jigs, and fixtures
• Understanding of KUKA robotic processes
• Proficient in blueprint reading and lay out
• Proficient in GTAW and GMAW
• Proficient in plasma cutting
• Knowledge of TIG welding processes
• Experience working with overhead cranes and forklifts

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to pass all weld certifications required in the area
• Able to pass visual before being X-rayed
• Able to perform the following functions: lifting up to 30 lbs. unassisted, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing stooping, stretching, and carrying
• Able to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Level 3: $30.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential

Level 4: $35.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential

Level 5: $40.00 - $50.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.