Shop Lead & Welder: Lead the Floor, Build Precision

Arcadia; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadia LLC. is seeking a Shop Lead / Welder to oversee daily shop operations while performing hands-on welding, fabrication, and assembly of structural components. You will lead by example, coordinate workflow, and ensure safety, quality, and production deadlines are met.

The successful candidate has 3+ years in welding/fabrication, supervisory experience preferred, and proven ability to read drawings and work with measurement tools. Arcadia offers a team-focused environment in Tucson, AZ.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing, welding, fabrication, or assembly experience.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to read basic drawings and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Welding certification/training preferred; forklift certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily shop floor activities to meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Assign work, monitor workflow, and communicate priorities to management.
• Train, coach, and support shop employees while promoting safety and teamwork.
• Perform welding, fabrication, assembly, and installation of structural components.
• Read and follow drawings, purchase orders, measurements, and work instructions.
• Operate welding equipment, forklifts, and other machinery as authorized.
• Inspect materials and finished products for quality, damage, and accuracy.
• Load, unload, stage, pack, and secure materials and finished products for shipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and comply with OSHA requirements.
• Identify production, quality, and workflow issues and assist with corrective actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Arcadia LLC. is seeking a Shop Lead / Welder to oversee daily shop operations while performing hands-on welding, fabrication, and assembly of structural components. You will lead by example, coordinate workflow, and ensure safety, quality, and production deadlines are met.

The successful candidate has 3+ years in welding/fabrication, supervisory experience preferred, and proven ability to read drawings and work with measurement tools. Arcadia offers a team-focused environment in Tucson, AZ.