Welding Department Supervisor/Manager

GEA Group is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Workshop Supervisor to lead and oversee operations in our Liquid Powder Technologies (LPT) division. The ideal candidate will provide direction to workshop team members, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and adherence to safety policies. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise in welding and fabrication, production planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities / Tasks

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervise, guide, and prioritize work assignments for workshop team members.
• Ensure staff compliance with safety practices and company policies.
• Optimize utilization of resources to maintain high productivity levels.
• Identify, report, and help resolve operational roadblocks such as material shortages, design concerns, quality issues, and equipment malfunctions.
• Assist in developing production schedules and capacity plans for the workshop.
• Lead and oversee the welding certification program.
• Evaluate and recommend state-of-the-art machinery and equipment to enhance productivity and competitiveness.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of time reporting for both project tracking and payroll purposes.
• Perform administrative tasks such as document processing, data entry, filing, and report maintenance.
• Track and report key performance measures as assigned.
• Continuously assess staff performance, providing timely feedback and coaching.
• Identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with SQDIP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity) metrics.
• Participate in root cause analysis exercises to identify and resolve operational challenges.
• Address staff-related concerns within the scope of HR policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform additional duties as required.
  
  

Your Profile / Qualifications

Profile and Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required; Technical school graduate preferred; bachelor's degree in operations or a related field is ideal.

• Experience:
• 3 years of direct supervisory experience in an industrial setting (5 years preferred).
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred; strong leadership skills with a willingness to learn are a minimum requirement.
• Certified Welding Inspector qualification preferred.
  
  

• Technical Skills:
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, bills of materials, and material planning documents.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies is ideal.
• Basic understanding of industry safety standards and compliance requirements.
  
  

• Soft Skills:
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and efficiency.
• Effective communication and leadership skills to mentor and motivate team members.
  
  

• Technical Proficiency:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to navigate the Internet and utilize various software applications.
  

Working At GEA Group Has Significant Benefits

• 12 Paid Holidays
• PTO - Paid Time Off
• Medical Plans
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401k with excellent employer match
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

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GEA Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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