Foreman (welding)

Element2 Group; Woburn Highlands (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Element2 Group is seeking a Welding Supervisor to lead daily welding activities in a shop and field environment. You will interpret blueprints, plan work, and ensure all welds comply with AWS/ASME codes and project specifications.

You will oversee MIG, TIG, and SMAW operations, monitor productivity, and conduct weld quality inspections. Responsibilities include safety enforcement, mentoring welders, and coordinating with project managers and engineers. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years welding experience with leadership or supervisory exposure preferred.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG and SMAW welding processes.
• Strong blueprint reading and layout experience.
• Knowledge of welding codes and structural steel standards.
• Ability to manage crews and maintain high productivity; strong communication.
• OSHA certification preferred; forklift/equipment experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of welders, fabricators, and fitters.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols to plan and assign work.
• Ensure all welding meets AWS, ASME, or project-specific code requirements.
• Perform and oversee MIG, TIG, and SMAW welding operations as needed.
• Monitor productivity, workflow, and job progress to meet deadlines.
• Conduct quality inspections of welds and finished assemblies.
• Enforce OSHA and company safety standards at all times.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate welding personnel.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and shop supervisors.
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and consumables inventory.
• Assist with scheduling manpower and materials.

Skills

Welding leadership

MIG welding

TIG welding

SMAW welding

Blueprint reading

Welding codes & standards

Communication

Problem solving

OSHA knowledge (preferred)

Forklift/equipment operation (plus)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of welders, fabricators, and fitters
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols to plan and assign work
• Ensure all welding meets AWS, ASME, or project-specific code requirements
• Perform and oversee MIG, TIG, and SMAW welding operations as needed
• Monitor productivity, workflow, and job progress to meet deadlines
• Conduct quality inspections of welds and finished assemblies
• Enforce OSHA and company safety standards at all times
• Train, mentor, and evaluate welding personnel
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and shop supervisors
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and consumables inventory
• Assist with scheduling manpower and materials

Qualifications

• 5+ years of welding experience, with leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in MIG, TIG, and SMAW welding processes
• Extensive blueprint reading and layout experience
• Knowledge of welding codes and structural steel standards
• Ability to manage crews and maintain high productivity
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• OSHA certification preferred
• Forklift and/or equipment operation experience a plus

Work Environment

• Shop and/or field environment
• Exposure to heat, noise, heavy equipment, and lifting requirements
• May require overtime and occasional weekend work