Weld Supervisor

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

Job Details

Job Location: Big Tex Wills Point - Wills Point, TX 75169

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $25.00 - $28.98 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Position Summary

The Weld Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of welders to safely produce high-quality trailers while meeting daily production goals. This position provides hands‑on leadership by coaching employees, ensuring quality standards are met, and maintaining a safe, productive work environment.

Essential 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 hold team members accountable for attendance, productivity, and quality.
• Ensure all 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.
• Ensure employees have the tools, materials, and resources needed to perform their work.
• Promote and enforce all safety policies and procedures.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to improve efficiency and achieve production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Leadership & Accountability
• Team Development & Coaching
• Production Planning & Execution
• Quality Assurance
• Safety Leadership
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Conflict Resolution
• Time Management
• Decision Making

Required 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.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of welding procedures, metallurgy, and fabrication techniques.
• Experience troubleshooting welding defects and production issues.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and manufacturing best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems preferred.