Supervisor, Welding - 2nd Shift

Hunter Engineering Company; Durant (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor 


Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Company in Durant, MS is seeking a Supervisor, Welding to lead a team of welders, material handlers, machine operators, and sanders in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders, plan material flow, promote cross-training, monitor productivity, and uphold safety and quality standards in line with ISO 9000 and Lean initiatives.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Supervise welders, material handlers, machine operators, and sanders.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders and assign duties.
• Plan the flow of materials through the department.
• Promote cross-training to ensure a versatile workforce.
• Support safety initiatives and resolve safety issues in the plant.
• Maintain production records and monitor productivity against standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

MIG welding

Leadership

MS Office

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

ISO 9000 familiarity

Technical reading/writing

Education

Engineering or related technical field (undergraduate/associate degree preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

As a Supervisor, Welding, you will supervise and coordinate the activities of workers who operate various machines to weld parts or products.

What You'll Do:

• Supervision and direction of welders, material handlers, machine operators, and sanders.
• Ensure a well‑trained and versatile workforce by promoting cross‑training.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers and assigns duties.
• Plans the flow of materials through the department.
• Works with fume control equipment such as downdraft tables and methods of fume control.
• May supervise large vertical milling and drilling machines.
• Directs workers in adjusting machines and equipment to repair products that fail to meet standards.
• Will support and strive toward safety in all facets of the manufacturing facility.
• Resolve safety problems that arise and complete required paperwork.
• Assist with or perform nonconformance investigations and root cause analysis.
• Effectively monitor and adjust the productivity and efficiency of workers to plant performance standards.
• Ensure shop equipment is tracked, maintained, and available as required.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Maintains time and production records.
• Supports Hunter Excellence and Value Stream Initiatives.
• Effectively communicate with peers, subordinates, and management.
• Assist with the recruitment and hiring of plant personnel.
• Support the development and implementation of the management philosophy and vision.
• Contribute, make recommendations, and implement practices to control and reduce departmental and overall costs.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• An undergraduate or associate's degree in engineering or a related technical field is preferred.
• 5 years' demonstrated manufacturing supervisory experience OR 2+ years' Group Leader experience in a related industry.
• Knows MIG welding process for mild and stainless steel.
• Dynamic and engaging leadership skills.
• Possesses a high level of mechanical and ironwork aptitude.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Has familiarity with ISO 9000 standards.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement is highly desirable.
• Interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Ability to interpret multiple instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

What We Offer:

• Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

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