Lead Welder & Fabrication Supervisor

Global Power Components; Burnham (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Weld Lead to coordinate MIG welders and fabricators, drive production schedules, and ensure quality.

The candidate should hold a CWI certification and have at least four years on the shop floor, with strong blueprint-reading skills and problem-solving abilities. This onsite, temp-to-hire role emphasizes safety and leadership on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required.
• Minimum four years on the shop floor in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proven leadership of welders/fabricators and ability to meet schedules.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities of MIG welders/fabricators and delegate tasks.
• Train and motivate staff to meet manufacturing requirements and schedules.
• Assist with tasks to complete assignments as needed.
• Test products/equipment for defects or malfunctions.
• Maintain safe work practices and communicate process changes.

Skills

CWI Certification

Blueprint reading

Shop floor leadership

Quality problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

CWI Certification

Job description

Global Power Components in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Weld Lead to coordinate MIG welders and fabricators, drive production schedules, and ensure quality.

The candidate should hold a CWI certification and have at least four years on the shop floor, with strong blueprint-reading skills and problem-solving abilities. This onsite, temp-to-hire role emphasizes safety and leadership on the shop floor.