Threading Lead

Job Purpose

The Threading Lead will oversee pipe threading or processing ensuring all SeAH Steel USA, LLC’s SOPs and API regulations are met.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Directs training and supervision of threading line personnel to meet the demands made of the Threadline Department.

- Directs his department to standard policies and procedures that includes all applicable policies.

- Applies for all purchase requisitions to the Production Manager for tooling, supplies, and accessories needed for the Threading Department in a manner not to cause production delays or unnecessary delivery costs.

- Responsible for the verification of the Daily Threading Reports before forwarding to the Quality Department.

- Reports daily production runs on SAP and issues movements for exit pick up and material usage.

- Enforce safety rules per company policy.

- Holds morning meetings with direct reports on safety.

- Supervises and directs the activities associated with threading facility to meet API and proprietary specifications.

- Strives to continually effect cost reductions by improvements in methods, equipment upgrading, maintenance, tooling, supplies, and production rates.

- Builds an on-going organization with hands on personnel training to handle production level and vacancy changes without occurring major difficulties.

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Competencies

- Education:

o High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.

- Years of Experience:

o Prefer at least five years’ experience in threading operations of API connections utilizing API specifications.

o Prefer at least 1 year of good leadership skills.

- Job Knowledge:

o Knowledge and experience within the OCTG pipe manufacturing industry is preferable.

o Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.

o Manual dexterity required for operating, machinery, hand tools and hand held technical devices.

o Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures is a plus.

o Ability to lift up to 30 pounds required.

- Personal Competencies:

o Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

o Employee must be able to work with a flexible schedule which may require over-time.

- Safety:

o Understands all applicable location safety rules and regulations and makes sure that all are being followed.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

- Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.

- Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted on site.

- The ability to lift 25/50 pounds regularly.

- The ability to respond quickly to sounds.

- The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.

- The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.

- The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds.

- The ability to work in loud, hot environments/extreme weather while wearing required PPE.

- Ability to see 20-20 when corrected.

- Ability to identify and distinguish colors.