Team Lead, Weld - 1st Shift

Accelevation; Houston (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Homebuyer program

Collaborative workplace

Job summary

Accelevation LLC in Houston, MS is seeking a Welder Team Lead to guide the 1st shift welding crew. You will perform welding tasks across MIG, TIG, and Stick processes while ensuring safety and quality on production projects.

You will mentor teammates, enforce standards, read blueprints, and coordinate with other departments to keep projects on schedule. This role requires hands-on leadership in a manufacturing setting and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Leadership or supervisory experience in welding is preferred.
• Proficient in MIG, TIG and Stick welding techniques.
• Knowledge of welding safety standards and practices.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Able to work on the 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the welding team during the 1st shift to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Perform welding tasks using MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Ensure all welding work meets quality standards and specifications.
• Train, mentor, and support team members to improve skills and productivity.
• Monitor and enforce safety protocols and company policies on the shop floor.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of projects.
• Inspect and maintain welding equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Document work performed and report any issues or delays to management.

Skills

Team leadership

Welding MIG/TIG/Stick

Blueprint reading

Safety standards

Communication

1st shift availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding certifications preferred

Job description

About Accelevation

We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.

Location: Houston, MS - Onsite

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Welder Team Lead to join our team in Houston, MS on the 1st shift. The ideal candidate will have strong welding expertise combined with leadership abilities to guide and support the welding team, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the welding team during the 1st shift to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Perform welding tasks using various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Ensure all welding work meets quality standards and specifications.
• Train, mentor, and support team members to improve skills and productivity.
• Monitor and enforce safety protocols and company policies on the shop floor.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of projects.
• Inspect and maintain welding equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Document work performed and report any issues or delays to management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a welder with leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficient in various welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Strong knowledge of welding safety standards and best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively on the 1st shift schedule.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant welding certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus (if applicable)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• First time homebuyer program (if applicable, based off comp)
• Collaborative, high-energy workplace

Our Core Values

Safety - We proactively protect our people and environment

Inclusion - We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds

Speed - We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile

Innovation - We challenge assumptions and simplify processes

Judgment - We make sound decisions with the business in mind

Accountability - We take ownership and deliver results

Work Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing or industrial environment. The role requires standing for extended periods, lifting heavy materials, and working with welding equipment and tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values - we build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all. As part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.