Lead Welder — Heavy Fabrication & Team Mentor

Std Iron; Minnesota; On-site; USD 39,950 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Quarterly profit-sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Std Iron in Minnesota is seeking a Welder Lead to oversee welding operations and mentor welders within a fabrication shop. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of heavy welding experience alongside leadership skills, a strong understanding of fabrication processes, and the ability to interpret blueprints.

The position offers competitive pay ranging from $29.00 to $36.00 per hour, along with benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. If you are reliable and eager to learn, apply to join a team dedicated to quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5 years of heavy welding experience in a metal fabrication environment.
• 2 years of leadership or lead welder experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes including cutting, forming, and fitting.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced welding on heavy plate steel and structural components.
• Lead welding operations and assign tasks within the fabrication shop.
• Inspect welds for accuracy and compliance with specifications.

Skills

Heavy welding experience

Leadership skills

Blueprint interpretation

Safety protocols

Fabrication processes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification or trade school training

Job description

Std Iron in Minnesota is seeking a Welder Lead to oversee welding operations and mentor welders within a fabrication shop. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of heavy welding experience alongside leadership skills, a strong understanding of fabrication processes, and the ability to interpret blueprints.

The position offers competitive pay ranging from $29.00 to $36.00 per hour, along with benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. If you are reliable and eager to learn, apply to join a team dedicated to quality and continuous improvement.