Phoenix Metal Fabricating 245 Harrison Street Jamestown

NY 14701

• Position:

  Lead Technician

• Date of Description:

  August 31st , 2026 Reports to: Production Supervisor

• Date of Revision:

  September 4, 2026
• Position Summary Under the general direction of the Production Supervisor, while demonstrating a commitment to quality, efficiency, and accuracy, the Lead Technician is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of the production team, such as orbital welding, TIG welding, quality testing, passivation, clean rinse, and pack teams.

The position is responsible for ensuring that quality parts are being produced/assembled in a timely fashion. The Lead Technician will regularly communicate with management and employees to address and manage work and personal expectations. The Lead Technician will lead by example and ensure all employees are adequately and safely trained in their daily tasks and activities and ensure that the company goals, objectives and productivity are met. This position requires the Lead Technician to be knowledgeable and familiar with:

ISO 9001

procedures

• PPAP
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)
• Quality Documentation
• First in First out "FIFO", quality documentation records, and associated traceability.
• Welding machinery and procedures (training will be provided as needed) Duties and Responsibilities
• A strong technical quality background
• Inspect quality of parts for conformance requirements (helium Testing for leaks, and 3D scanning for dimensional).
• Utilize Coordinated Measuring Equipment (3D scanner, FARO ARM). Training will be provided as needed.
• Comply with ISO quality program and procedures
• Ability to learn new techniques, improve processes, coach, and mentor staff
• Ability to monitor and manage workloads and staff requirements for time production needs
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, tools to be used, and material for the job and setup requirements.
• Set up and program orbital welding equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
• Adjust machine to reach required tolerances
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment
• Set up, operate, and maintain a variety of machining tools, including computer numerically controlled tools
• Operate mobile equipment
• Participate in process and product improvement

Strong Communication:

Both internally and as a point of contact to customers Working Relationships

• Collaborates with all department heads and lead hands
• Cooperates with and coordinates work activities with fellow employees.
• Identifies, documents and reports all defects and non-conformance to the Production Supervisor
• Discusses productivity and quality issues with Production Supervisor Environmental Conditions
• Typical fabrication environment; foot, eye, and ear protection required on the shop floor, 'business casual' in the offices Qualifications
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent
• Post-secondary diplomas or certification in a related field
• 4 years of work experience in quality
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing (GDT)
• Ability to read blueprints
• Knowledge of precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, ID and OD micrometers, and depth gauges.
• 3D Scanning equipment
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
• Communicate in English both written and verbally
• Be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands, and able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra for the purpose of calculating material fabrication
• Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery and equipment
• Demonstrated aptitude in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications
• Accurate and highly analytical
• Experience in supervising and mentoring new recruits
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude with the ability to work independently with little supervision Other Attributes
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to work from drawings and blueprints
• Flexible to work overtime
• Able to follow directions
• Able to work in a noisy environment
• Ability to handle the stress of meeting deadlines
• Dependability
• Mechanical aptitude
• Accuracy
• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving Results Orientation Accountability Adaptability Analytical Thinking Critical Thinking Decision Making
• Ethics and Integrity

Teamwork Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401K with company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision Send Resumes to: ktobias@phoenixmetal.

com srmcintire@phoenixmetal.com jglovier@phoenixmetal.com

Pay:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Safety equipment provided Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person