Global Welding Coordinator & Quality Process Lead

Hyster-Yale Group; Sulligent (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and life insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Job summary

Bolzoni US is seeking a Welding Coordinator to manage welding operations across multiple plants, ensuring compliance with AWS/ISO standards and driving continuous improvement. You will develop WPS, supervise welder qualifications, and collaborate with Quality and Engineering to maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 3834-2."

You will lead OEM readiness activities, analyze welding issues, and mentor welding personnel to ensure strict adherence to procedures and quality expectations across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) required
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or quality leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of welding standards (AWS, ISO 3834-2) and quality systems (ISO 9001)
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across departments

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) in compliance with AWS and ISO standards
• Oversee welder qualification processes and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Support welding operations across six plants, providing technical guidance and process alignment
• Analyze welding and metallurgical issues, applying root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Supervise welding activities to ensure adherence to procedures and quality expectations
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 3834-2 compliance
• Lead OEM readiness efforts through APQP and PPAP, including dimensional validation and process capability studies
• Manage OEM claims using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, A3, and 5 Whys
• Monitor internal process quality using SPC, PFMEA, and real-time dashboards
• Research and evaluate new welding technologies and equipment for potential implementation
• Provide training and mentorship to welding personnel to ensure skill development and procedural adherence

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field

CWE

CWI

Job description

Bolzoni US is seeking a Welding Coordinator to manage welding operations across multiple plants, ensuring compliance with AWS/ISO standards and driving continuous improvement. You will develop WPS, supervise welder qualifications, and collaborate with Quality and Engineering to maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 3834-2."

You will lead OEM readiness activities, analyze welding issues, and mentor welding personnel to ensure strict adherence to procedures and quality expectations across the organization.