Welder Lead - 2nd Shift

ASSA ABLOY • Mesquite, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you take pride in leading a team and ensuring high-quality craftsmanship? Are you a detail-oriented problem solver with a passion for efficiency and continuous improvement? Do you want to work in a company where your voice matters, and your leadership makes an impact? If you answered yes to these questions, we should talk! At ASSA ABLOY, we don’t just build products … we build careers. We’re expanding our team and looking for a Welding Lead to help launch and lead our brand-new 2nd shift team. This is your opportunity to shape processes, train talent, and play a key role in delivering top-quality products to our customers. This position will be on-site based out of our South Central regional manufacturing facility or Service Center located in Mesquite, Texas. We are growing and there has never been a more exciting time to join us! Come see who we are at: https://www.assaabloy.com/group/en/about-us What would you do as our Welding Lead – 2nd Shift? You’ll be responsible for ensuring quality production, team leadership, and workflow efficiency. You will also: Lead and Train: Coach and develop a skilled welding team to meet production goals. Ensure Quality and Accuracy: Oversee welding operations to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction. Optimize Workflow: Manage scheduling and resources to ensure on-time delivery. Collaborate and Solve Problems: Work with technical teams to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements. Safety First: Maintain and enforce strict safety practices to keep our team safe. Hands-On Production: Be ready to jump in and assist with welding and production work when needed. Schedule: Help to schedule manpower to ensure on time delivery. Other projects as needed Maintain a safe and harmonious working environment holding self and others accountable to ASSA ABLOY standards. Assure compliance with federal, provincial, local and corporate policies, regulations, AADG programs and policies and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Experience in welding & metal fabrication – You know the ins and outs of shop tools, equipment, and processes.
• Leadership skills – You have experience mentoring, training, and leading teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Problem-solving mindset – You take initiative and find solutions to keep things running smoothly.
• Attention to detail – Quality and precision matter to you.
• Physical capability – Able to lift up to 75 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in a hands-on environment.
• Basic computer skills – Comfortable using digital tools for tracking and reporting.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, and sketches
• Experience using forklift, hand truck, etc. (certification required – training and testing provided if needed)

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity in First Aid a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and Train: Coach and develop a skilled welding team to meet production goals.
• Ensure Quality and Accuracy: Oversee welding operations to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction.
• Optimize Workflow: Manage scheduling and resources to ensure on-time delivery.
• Collaborate and Solve Problems: Work with technical teams to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.
• Safety First: Maintain and enforce strict safety practices to keep our team safe.
• Hands-On Production: Be ready to jump in and assist with welding and production work when needed.
• Schedule: Help to schedule manpower to ensure on time delivery.
• Other projects as needed
• Maintain a safe and harmonious working environment holding self and others accountable to ASSA ABLOY standards.
• Assure compliance with federal, provincial, local and corporate policies, regulations, AADG programs and policies and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Program with company contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
• Flexible Spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount portal
• Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees