Job Description

Our client is currently seeking a Welding Supervisor.

Industry: Manufacturing, Cement, Minerals, Energy, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Steel, OEMs, Food & Beverage, Construction

This job will have the following responsibilities: As a Fabrication Welding Supervisor you will oversee and manage welding operations with a focus on MIG (Metal Inert Gas), Stick (Shielded Metal Arc Welding - SMAW), and TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding styles. This role demands strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Supervision and Coordination:

• Oversee and coordinate daily welding operations, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Supervise a team of skilled welders and welding assistants, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Ensure welding operations comply with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Schedule and assign work to welding personnel, optimizing workflow and productivity.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide expert knowledge and technical support for MIG, Stick, and TIG welding processes, including material preparation, setup, and execution.
• Inspect welds for quality, ensuring adherence to specifications, blueprints, and industry standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX).
• Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, such as visual inspection (VT), magnetic particle testing (MT), and dye penetrant testing (PT) to assess weld integrity.
• Troubleshoot welding issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Ensure all welding equipment is in optimal working condition and compliant with safety standard's.
• Manage inventory of welding consumables, tools, and equipment, placing orders as needed.
• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of welding equipment, including MIG welders, TIG welders, and Stick welding machines.

Safety Compliance:

• Promote and enforce a culture of safety, ensuring all welding personnel adhere to safety protocols and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions to reinforce safe work practices.
• Investigate and report any safety incidents or near-misses, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Project Management:

• Plan and oversee welding projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, production, and procurement, to coordinate project requirements and schedules.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, and resources, making adjustments as needed to stay within financial constraints.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or certification in welding preferred (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Supervisor, CWS).
• Proven experience as a welding supervisor or in a similar role, with expertise in MIG, Stick, and TIG welding processes.
• In-depth knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and welding codes/standards (e.g., AWS, ASME).
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team of welders.
• Excellent attention to detail, quality control, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Proficient in using welding equipment, tools, and inspection instruments.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.

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