Welding Team Lead

GEA • Hudson, OH

1d • $25 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide. GEA Group, located in Hudson, WI , is searching for a talented welder and fabricator to join our team as a Lead Welder . This person will be responsible for leading and coordinating workshop activities involving stainless-steel component fabrication, utilizing technical drawings to guide layout, cutting, welding, and finishing processes and ensuring quality, safety, and productivity targets are met.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of hand welding experience; mig & tig required.
• Proficient in blueprint reading.
• Basic computer proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead projects.
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.
• Flexible to work across workshop departments.
• Capable of workshop shutdown/startup procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Welding certification highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and prioritize tasks for workshop team.
• Attend production meetings and maintain positive work environment.
• Train and mentor team members.
• Conduct daily meetings for instruction and communication.
• Perform in-process inspections to maintain quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.
• Collaborate with other departments for seamless production.
• Monitor and optimize team efficiency.
• Uphold safety practices and regulations.
• Actively participate in workshop projects.
• Drive productivity improvements.
• Maintain positive attitude and safety culture.

Benefits

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays , including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

What This Job Offers

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