Welder / Supervisor (MIG / TIG)

Logan Machine Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Machine Company in Akron, OH seeks a Welding Supervisor with 8–10 years of hands-on welding and fitting experience. You will lead shop operations, oversee fabrication, and ensure quality on custom assemblies from 5 to 10,000 lbs.

Mastery of MIG and TIG welding on steel, aluminum, and stainless, plus the ability to read complex blueprints and safely operate overhead cranes, are required. Compensation and shift details will be discussed during the interview.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of proven welding, fitting, and supervisory/leadership experience.
• MIG and TIG welding on steel, aluminum, and stainless steel (1/4" to 2" thickness).
• Advanced ability to read complex technical drawings and manage precise shop fitting.
• Certified/proficient in operating overhead cranes for heavy weldments up to 10,000 lbs.
• Ensure safe overhead crane usage and secure parts prior to welding.

Responsibilities

• Lead shop operations and oversee fabrication.
• Ensure quality control on custom assemblies (5–10,000 lbs).

Skills

Welding leadership

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Overhead crane operation

Safety compliance

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

Job Description

Welder / Supervisor (MIG / TIG)

Location: Akron, OH

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Welding Supervisor with 8-10 years of hands-on welding and fitting experience to lead shop operations. You will oversee fabrication, ensure quality control, and work on custom assemblies ranging from 5 to 10,000 lbs.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Experience: 8-10 years of proven welding, fitting, and supervisory/leadership experience.
• Welding Expertise: Mastery of MIG and TIG welding on steel, aluminum, and stainless steel (1/4" to 2" thickness).
• Blueprint Reading & Fitting: Advanced ability to read complex technical drawings and manage precise shop fitting.
• Material Handling & Safety: Certified/proficient in operating overhead cranes for heavy weldments up to 10,000 lbs.
• Equipment Operation: Ensure safe overhead crane usage for heavy material handling. Flip and rotate parts with the crane. Also, experience needed in rotating, flipping and securing parts so they are stable before welding.

Compensation, full leadership duties, and shift details will be discussed during the interview process.

Company Description

Logan Machine Company has been in business for over 68 years manufacturing equipment for Aerospace, Automotive, and many other industries.