Supervisor, Welding – 2nd Shift

Hunter Engineering Company; Durant (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

Profit Sharing Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Company in Durant, Mississippi seeks a Supervisor Welding to lead weld shop teams, ensure quality and safety, and drive productivity in a family-owned American-made manufacturing environment.

You will supervise welders and machinists, interpret blueprints, promote cross-training, and partner with engineering to meet production schedules while upholding Hunter Excellence standards.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or associate degree in engineering or related technical field preferred.
• 5 years of manufacturing supervisory experience OR 2 years Group Leader experience.
• AWS Certified Welder required.
• MIG welding experience for mild and stainless steel.
• Strong leadership and mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient with MS Office; familiar with ISO 9000.
• Lean manufacturing/Kaizen and continuous improvement experience is desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Supervises welders, material handlers, machine operators and sanders.
• Promotes cross-training to maintain a versatile workforce.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints and job orders and assigns duties.
• Plans the flow of materials through the department.
• Supports safety programs and completes required paperwork.
• Monitors productivity and adjusts to meet production standards.
• Assists with recruitment of plant personnel and helps implement management vision.

Skills

AWS Certified Welder

MIG welding

MS Office

ISO 9000

Lean Manufacturing Kaizen

Reading drawings/schematics

Leadership/people management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

None

Job description

Supervisor Welding in Durant MS

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation stability and people Join our dedicated team as a Supervisor Welding in Durant MS Since 1946 Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting edge technology with a strong commitment to quality As a family owned American made company Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers tire companies and service centers Were proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St Louis Business Journal for five consecutive years 2022 2026 a testament to our commitment to our people Here employees are supported challenged and take pride in their work We offer exceptional benefits a healthy work life balance and meaningful opportunities for professional growth If youre ready to join a team thats shaping the future of automotive service read on

What Youll 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 subordinatesand 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 Youll Bring

• An undergraduate or associates 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
• AWS Certified Welder required
• 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

• Industry Leading Healthcare Coverage
• Profit Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program