Production Lead, Welding & Fabrication

Phoenix Manufacturing, LLC; Glasgow (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Phoenix Manufacturing, LLC is seeking a Production Lead to oversee daily fabrication operations in Glasgow, MO. You will mentor teams, interpret drawings, and ensure safe, high‑quality output while coordinating with the Fabrication Manager on staffing and priorities.

The role requires strong welding/fabrication knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to communicate across departments to maintain production goals and a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of welding and steel fabrication experience, including layout and fitting preferred.
• Proven leadership or team lead experience in a fabrication setting preferred.
• Able to interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols; diagnose minor equipment malfunctions.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities and staffing on assigned shifts.
• Provide on‑the‑floor training and enforce safety and quality standards.
• Review and prioritize production plans with Fabrication Manager.
• Ensure efficient operation, waste control, and productivity metrics are met.
• Communicate with other departments to maintain smooth production flow.
• Conduct spot investigations and inspections to uphold safety and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Welding & fabrication knowledge

Interpret fabrication drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

GMAW

FCAW

SMAW

Press brakes

Burn tables

Cranes

Job description

Phoenix Manufacturing, LLC is seeking a Production Lead to oversee daily fabrication operations in Glasgow, MO. You will mentor teams, interpret drawings, and ensure safe, high‑quality output while coordinating with the Fabrication Manager on staffing and priorities.

The role requires strong welding/fabrication knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to communicate across departments to maintain production goals and a safe work environment.