Filler Rod Expediter

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $3.8B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in over 71 manufacturing locations in 20 countries.

 Location: Mentor - Mentor, OH, United States (US)
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing
 

PURPOSE: To execute the movement of materials for production lines. This position will report directly to the Shift Supervisor.

JOB DESCRIPTION (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Perform safe, accurate and timely movements of material to support the Filler Rod Operation.
• Keep the production lines running efficiently and minimize downtime related to material shortages.
• Work as a team member with the Production Scheduler, Set-Up person and other Filler Rod Expeditors in order to have the appropriate materials available for production in the appropriate location.
• Controls, stages, and manages inventory of assigned materials (Raw Materials and Work-in-Process) with the Production Scheduler and Set-Up. Rotate stock per specification or procedure.
• Assist in loading and scheduling of all production lines as needed to maximize line operator and production efficiency. Able to adapt to schedule changes and make good decisions while working off shifts. Deliver released materials to the production line, when required.
• Responsible for prevention of damage to materials.
• Collect, record and dispose of Filler Rod scrap per procedures. Accurate scrap measurement required.
• Follow EHS procedures for disposing of and shielding scrap in outdoor containers.
• Review, understand, and follow the departmental procedures, EW Specifications, SSW Specifications, Job Hazard Analysis and Plant Rules and Regulations that are associated with the performance of this job.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s 2025 Strategy.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent experience
• Must be well organized, accurate, motivated and efficient in moving and rotating materials.
• Able to understand and interpret the specifications and procedures related to this job.
• Self-motivated safety, and quality conscious; requiring minimal supervision.
• Experience with Filler Rod manufacturing and wire drawing processes is helpful.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.