Weld Supervisor

Surge Staffing•Easley, SC

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Weld Supervisor / Lead to oversee daily operations within a manufacturing weld department. This role is responsible for ensuring production targets are met in alignment with customer demand and takt time, while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and hands-on welding experience.

Requirements

Proven experience in welding within a manufacturing environment
Proficiency with a variety of welding processes and equipment
Strong leadership, training, and team development skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently while following management direction
Strong organizational and time management skills
Commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification)

Responsibilities

Enforce and uphold all safety policies and procedures
Identify and implement opportunities to improve safety, quality, and efficiency
Train new and existing employees on welding processes and job responsibilities
Ensure production lines meet daily schedules, including sequencing, output, and quality checks
Monitor hourly production to meet takt time requirements and address issues in real time
Ensure materials are available to prevent downtime
Participate in line setup and first article (FA) approvals
Adjust staffing levels based on attendance and production needs
Track and maintain accurate production metrics (rate sheets, quality checks, counts, etc.)
Conduct timed observations and adjust processes to meet standard cycle times
Lead and support 5S initiatives and workplace organization
Initiate and support continuous improvement (Kaizen) efforts
Attend production meetings and provide updates, feedback, and problem-solving support
Compile and report production data as required
Assist other departments and act as supervisor in their absence when needed