What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift Welding Lead position at Engineered Products?
About Us:
At Engineered Products, we are committed to one key objective: maximizing space. With over 50 years of experience, we specialize in providing material handling and storage solutions to warehouses across various industries. Our goal is to optimize every inch of space and dollar spent, while delivering tailored solutions that increase operational efficiency and reduce costs. Whether we're enhancing your current warehouse setup, reworking your order-picking system, or building a custom rack-supported storage facility from the ground up, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, customer-specific solutions that meet both your unique needs and budget.
Position Overview:
The Welding Lead will oversee and guide a team of welders, ensuring the efficient and safe completion of welding projects. The successful candidate will possess extensive hands-on welding experience, exceptional leadership skills, and a strong understanding of safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, train, and mentor a team of welders, ensuring high-quality welding work that meets industry standards.
- Monitor the performance and efficiency of welders, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Review and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate welding procedures.
- Ensure all welding work complies with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Conduct inspections of finished welds to guarantee precision and structural integrity.
- Troubleshoot and resolve welding issues, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Maintain equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
- Collaborate with other departments (e.g., production, engineering) to meet project deadlines and goals.
- Assist with estimating material requirements and managing inventory.
- Provide regular feedback to management on welding team performance and progress.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (Welding Certification preferred).
- 5 years of welding experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Proficient in welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Core preferred.
- Strong knowledge of welding safety procedures and quality control standards.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot welding-related issues.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet project deadlines.
- Physical ability to perform welding tasks in a variety of conditions, including standing, bending, and lifting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with automated or robotic welding systems a plus.
- Knowledge of welding codes and certifications (e.g., AWS, ASME).
- Previous experience working with steel beams.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $30
