Weld Lead: Mentor MIG Team & Drive Precision Welds

BHP, Inc dba Global Power Components; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Weld Lead to supervise MIG welders and fabrication staff, ensuring safety and quality on high‑demand production lines. The role focuses on coordinating daily work, training personnel, and maintaining adherence to specifications.

Ideal candidates will have a CWI certification, several years on the shop floor, and strong problem‑solving and blueprint reading skills to drive continuous improvement and timely project completion.

Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is required.
• Minimum 4 years of shop floor experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to measure and perform shop calculations to meet engineering/sales specs.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve shop floor problems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities of MIG welders/fabricators and delegate responsibilities to the appropriate employees.
• Train and motivate staff to meet demanding manufacturing requirements and schedules.
• Assist with tasks as necessary to complete assignments.
• Test products/equipment for defects or malfunctions.
• Work in a safe manner.
• Communicate changes and updates to employees on processes and procedures.

Skills

CWI Certification

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Shop floor problem solving

Quality compliance

Job description

Global Power Components in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Weld Lead to supervise MIG welders and fabrication staff, ensuring safety and quality on high‑demand production lines. The role focuses on coordinating daily work, training personnel, and maintaining adherence to specifications.

Ideal candidates will have a CWI certification, several years on the shop floor, and strong problem‑solving and blueprint reading skills to drive continuous improvement and timely project completion.