Lead Hands-On Fabrication & Welding Foreman

MEI Industrial Solutions; Sandersdale (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MEI Industrial Solutions is seeking a Fabrication/Welding Foreman in Southbridge, MA. Lead welding and fabrication crews in a fast-paced industrial setting, both on site and in shop, with hands-on leadership and project ownership.

You will plan daily operations, ensure quality and safety, train and mentor team members, and coordinate with project managers to keep projects on track. This role combines field leadership with hands-on welding expertise.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Foreman, Supervisor, or Lead in welding/fabrication.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with fabrication, installation, or industrial work in the metal industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise welding and fabrication crews on job sites and/or in-shop.
• Plan daily operations and assign work to meet deadlines and project goals.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Work hands-on alongside your crew when needed—this is a working foreman role.
• Coordinate with project managers, customers, and internal teams to keep projects on track.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members to improve performance.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA/company compliance.
• Monitor productivity, materials, and job site organization.
• Troubleshoot fabrication, welding, or equipment challenges in real time.

Skills

Leadership

Welding supervision

Blueprint reading

Team coordination

Communication

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Flux-Cored welding

Job description

MEI Industrial Solutions is seeking a Fabrication/Welding Foreman in Southbridge, MA. Lead welding and fabrication crews in a fast-paced industrial setting, both on site and in shop, with hands-on leadership and project ownership.

You will plan daily operations, ensure quality and safety, train and mentor team members, and coordinate with project managers to keep projects on track. This role combines field leadership with hands-on welding expertise.