Weld Lead Supervisor – Production & Safety Champion

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing; Wills Point (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,922; Full time

Job summary

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing is seeking a Weld Supervisor to lead a team of welders in Wills Point, TX. You will coach welders, ensure quality, and maintain a safe, productive environment while meeting daily production goals.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong welding knowledge, blueprint reading, and the ability to address production issues quickly. Day shift, full-time, with a focus on safety and process improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and manufacturing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead daily welding operations to meet production schedules.
• Train, coach, and develop welders on safety, quality, and welding techniques.
• Monitor employee performance and accountability for attendance, productivity, and quality.
• Ensure welds meet engineering specifications and company quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Assist with welding and fabrication as needed to support production.
• Identify and resolve production, quality, and equipment issues.
• Provide tools, materials, and resources needed to perform work.
• Promote and enforce all safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to improve efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Problem solving

Time management

Decision making

Safety leadership

Team development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing reporting systems

Job description

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing is seeking a Weld Supervisor to lead a team of welders in Wills Point, TX. You will coach welders, ensure quality, and maintain a safe, productive environment while meeting daily production goals.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong welding knowledge, blueprint reading, and the ability to address production issues quickly. Day shift, full-time, with a focus on safety and process improvements.