Welding Foreman - Night Shift

North Shore Steel•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Night Shift Welding Supervisor, you will lead and oversee all welding and fit-up activities during the night shift, including Sub Arc (long seam and girth seam), MIG welding, repair welding, and fitting operations. This role requires a balance of technical expertise and leadership capability. You must be able to evaluate weld quality, guide teams, enforce standards, and ensure production goals are met without compromising safety or workmanship. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands welding processes and can lead from the floor.

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of experience supervising welding or fabrication operations
Strong technical knowledge of: Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) – long seam and girth seam, MIG (GMAW), FCAW, and SMAW processes, Repair welding and defect identification, Pipe fitting and weld preparation
Working knowledge of AWS, ASME, and API standards
Ability to evaluate weld quality and troubleshoot issues in real time
Proven leadership ability in a production or manufacturing environment
Strong communication and decision-making skills
Ability to hold team members accountable while maintaining respect and professionalism
Reliable and able to lead effectively during a 12-hour night shift
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently on a routine basis and handle materials safely as part of daily job duties.
Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain safe body positioning while performing tasks and moving through the work area, including walking on concrete floors and uneven surfaces.
Frequent squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, requiring full-body mobility, balance, and upper- and lower-body strength to perform work safely.
Manual agility to operate tools safely and effectively, with regular use of arms, shoulders, and back for lifting, reaching, and positioning tasks.
Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
Maintain adequate visual and auditory acuity to safely perform assigned tasks, including but not limited to: identifying potential hazards, reading and/or recording measurements, inspecting materials, and responding promptly to verbal instructions, alarms or hand signals in the work environment
Criminal background check
Pre-hire drug screening
Physical assessment

Nice To Haves

Experience in pipe manufacturing or pressure vessel environments
Background working with NDE (X-ray, UT) quality processes
Experience improving production efficiency and reducing rework
Prior experience developing or mentoring welders

Responsibilities

Lead, direct, and support welders and fitters across the night shift
Assign work, set priorities, and ensure production targets are met
Maintain discipline, accountability, and consistent performance across the team
Monitor workflow and adjust resources as needed to meet production demands
Oversee welding activities across SAW (long seam & girth), MIG, and repair welding
Ensure all work meets AWS, ASME, and API standards
Review weld quality and address issues in real time
Partner with Quality/NDE teams to resolve defects and reduce rework
Ensure proper fit-up, joint prep, and weld procedures (WPS) are followed
Enforce all safety policies and ensure proper use of PPE
Maintain a safe working environment in a high-risk, high-heat setting
Address unsafe behaviors immediately and consistently
Train, coach, and develop welders and fitters
Identify skill gaps and support improvement through hands-on guidance
Reinforce expectations around quality, productivity, and accountability
Ensure equipment is maintained and used properly
Maintain clean and organized work areas
Communicate effectively with day shift leadership for continuity