Lead Structural Welder - Refrigeration Systems

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; Lyndhurst (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holiday leave

Employee discounts

Career development

Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. in Lyndhurst, VA is seeking a Welder Foreman to lead a skilled welding team in fabricating structural components for industrial refrigeration systems. The role combines hands-on welding with supervision, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time project completion.

You will work closely with Manufacturing Leadership on 1st shift (Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–5:30 PM) and Saturday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, guiding welding operations and maintaining high standards across shop floors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural welding experience.
• 2-5+ years of management or team leadership experience.
• Ability to pass a 3G Stick Weld test (¼" plate, 37.5° bevel, open root, uphill progression) and Stainless Steel plate test.
• Ability to climb 40‑foot extension ladders and work at heights in safety harnesses.
• Safe operation of scissor lifts, forklifts, boom lifts, lulls, and other industrial equipment.
• Must be able to work in varying shop temperatures while wearing required PPE.
• Must pass pre-employment and regular drug screenings (safety‑sensitive role).
• Background check required.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 75 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead a weld team to complete assigned fabrication and welding tasks.
• Weld structural components such as skid frames, penthouse frames, dispersion tanks, condenser platforms, and pipe stands.
• Weld additional structural components related to compressors, vessels, evaporators, oil separators, and other prefabricated assemblies.
• Work closely with manufacturing leadership to ensure project completion, quality control, safety, and efficiency.
• Perform load rigging, torch cutting, and leveling with measurement tools.
• Operate grinders and wire wheels.
• Assist in other shop duties as needed, including insulation, electrical, and painting tasks.

Skills

Structural welding

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Job description

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. in Lyndhurst, VA is seeking a Welder Foreman to lead a skilled welding team in fabricating structural components for industrial refrigeration systems. The role combines hands-on welding with supervision, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time project completion.

You will work closely with Manufacturing Leadership on 1st shift (Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–5:30 PM) and Saturday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, guiding welding operations and maintaining high standards across shop floors.