Steel Weld Supervisor

FIDELITY MANUFACTURING•McGregor, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Steel Weld Supervisor Location: McGregor, Texas Department: Production Reports To: Plant Manager / Operations Leadership Join Fidelity Manufacturing During an Exciting Period of Growth! As we open our new Texas plant, we are seeking a Steel Weld Supervisor to establish and lead our steel welding operations. This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys building teams, developing talent, driving quality, and creating processes that support long-term operational success. The Steel Weld Supervisor will play a critical role in building Fidelity Manufacturing's welding department from the ground up, ensuring employees are properly trained, production goals are achieved, and quality standards are maintained. This position provides the opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping create a culture focused on safety, accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. About Us FIDELITY MANUFACTURING is part of the Backup Power Generation industry. We design and build backup power packages, including tanks and enclosures, for healthcare, industrial, and technology-driven customers that require uninterrupted power at all times. Our operations are driven by safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement to support critical customer applications. As we continue to grow, our new Texas facility will play a critical role in expanding our manufacturing capabilities and supporting customer demand across North America. We are looking for individuals who want to help build something exceptional while growing their careers alongside our organization. Job Summary The Steel Weld Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all steel welding operations within the Texas facility, ensuring products are fabricated safely, efficiently, and according to engineering, quality, and customer requirements. This position leads a team of welders responsible for assembling and welding steel tanks, structural assemblies, frames, brackets, and fabricated components using MIG welding processes and related fabrication techniques. The ideal candidate will possess strong welding and fabrication knowledge, proven leadership ability, and experience working in a manufacturing environment. This role requires a leader who can provide technical support, coach employees, improve processes, and drive performance while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity. As operations expand, this position will play a key role in developing welders, standardizing welding practices, implementing training programs, and building a high-performing fabrication team.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum 5 years of welding and fabrication experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience.
Strong experience with MIG welding processes and steel fabrication.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, fabrication drawings, and technical specifications.
Experience troubleshooting welding and fabrication issues.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and coaching skills.
Ability to effectively train and develop employees.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Basic computer skills and ability to learn production management systems.
Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.

Nice To Haves

Experience fabricating steel tanks, enclosures, structural components, and welded assemblies.
Experience leading welding operations in a manufacturing environment.
Previous experience supporting startup operations, facility expansions, or new plant launches.
Forklift operating experience.
Knowledge of welding procedures, quality systems, and fabrication standards.
Experience implementing Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Technical welding certifications or formal welding education.
Experience with stainless steel fabrication.
Experience with overhead cranes and material handling equipment.
Experience supporting employee qualification and skills development programs.
Knowledge of ISO standards and manufacturing quality systems.
Experience utilizing ERP or production management software.
Lean Manufacturing training or experience

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee daily welding operations to ensure production schedules are achieved.
Coordinate departmental activities to support customer delivery commitments and operational goals.
Monitor workflow and productivity to maintain efficient throughput.
Assign work and adjust resources to support changing production priorities.
Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, Material Management, and Operations teams to support manufacturing objectives.
Monitor labor utilization, department efficiency, and schedule performance.
Communicate production status, challenges, and resource needs to leadership.
Support startup activities and department growth initiatives within the Texas facility.
Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Steel Welders and department personnel.
Provide technical guidance on welding methods, fabrication techniques, blueprint interpretation, and workmanship standards.
Establish clear expectations regarding performance, attendance, quality, and safety.
Support onboarding, training, qualification, and cross-training activities.
Identify employee development opportunities and assist in building future leaders.
Foster teamwork, accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Conduct coaching discussions and provide performance feedback as needed.
Promote a positive work environment focused on learning and operational excellence.
Ensure welding activities are performed in accordance with specifications, drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.
Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, fabrication drawings, and technical specifications.
Verify proper setup, fit-up, tack-up, and weld execution practices.
Monitor weld quality and workmanship standards throughout the fabrication process.
Review and address defects, rework, and nonconforming products.
Ensure proper use and maintenance of welding equipment and fabrication tools.
Support troubleshooting and resolution of production and fabrication challenges.
Assist with implementation of welding best practices and process improvements.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to welding quality and production concerns.
Utilize production and quality metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Improve processes that enhance safety, efficiency, quality, and throughput.
Assist in developing and maintaining work instructions and standardized operating procedures.
Drive consistency through training, accountability, and best practices.
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout the welding department.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and safe work practices.
Conduct routine safety observations and correct unsafe conditions immediately.
Enforce proper PPE usage and safe operation of welding and fabrication equipment.
Maintain organized, clean, and safe work areas.
Support incident investigations and corrective action implementation.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, operational procedures, and company expectations.