Welding Coordinator

Bolzoni, Inc; Sulligent (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Job summary

Bolzoni North America seeks a Welding Coordinator to ensure high-quality welding across our manufacturing network. You will develop welding procedures, qualify welders and drive continuous improvements in welding technologies and processes.

You will collaborate with Production Engineering, Quality and OEM partners to align welding practices with AWS/ISO 3834-2 standards and ISO 9001. This position requires CWE/CWI certification and strong cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related field.
• CWE or CWI certification required.
• 3+ years in manufacturing engineering or quality leadership.
• Knowledge of welding standards (AWS, ISO 3834-2) and ISO 9001.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and structured problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) to AWS/ISO standards.
• Oversee welder qualification processes and ensure compliance.
• Support welding operations across multiple plants with technical guidance.
• Analyze welding/metallurgical issues and implement root cause actions.
• Supervise welding activities to ensure procedural adherence and quality.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to maintain ISO 9001/ISO 3834-2 compliance.
• Lead OEM readiness efforts through APQP and PPAP and perform process validation.
• Manage OEM claims using 8D, A3, and 5 Whys; monitor process quality with SPC.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Strong communication

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AWS/ISO 3834-2 knowledge

Job description

Job Title

Welding Coordinator

Job Category

Manufacturing

Job Description

Bolzoni, Inc. is active in the design, production and distribution of a full range of lift truck attachments and industrial material handling equipment for the U.S. market. The latest production methods and technology together with personnel expertise allow Bolzoni, Inc. to adapt to the most various and demanding customer requirements. Bolzoni, Inc.’s commitment to always provide the most suitable product and handling solutions for our customers over the years has resulted in close cooperation with all the main fork lift truck manufacturers. Bolzoni, Inc. supplies a wide range of products including integral and hook-on side shifters, fork positioners, paper roll clamps, bale clamps, carton clamps, push pulls, multi-pallet handlers, rotators and forks. The Welding Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that all welding operations across the facility—and supporting global plants—are executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. This role focuses on developing and maintaining welding procedures, qualifying welders, and driving continuous improvement in welding technologies and processes. The Welding Coordinator collaborates closely with Production Engineering, Quality, and OEM partners to ensure welding practices align with AWS and ISO 3834-2 standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) in compliance with AWS and ISO standards
• Oversee welder qualification processes and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Support welding operations across six plants, providing technical guidance and process alignment
• Analyze welding and metallurgical issues, applying root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Supervise welding activities to ensure adherence to procedures and quality expectations
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 3834-2 compliance
• Lead OEM readiness efforts through APQP and PPAP, including dimensional validation and process capability studies
• Manage OEM claims using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, A3, and 5 Whys
• Monitor internal process quality using SPC, PFMEA, and real-time dashboards
• Research and evaluate new welding technologies and equipment for potential implementation
• Provide training and mentorship to welding personnel to ensure skill development and procedural adherence

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) required
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or quality leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of welding standards (AWS, ISO 3834-2) and quality systems (ISO 9001)
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across departments

Job Details

• Job Type Permanent
• Time Type Full time
• Work Hours 40
• Travel Required No
• No Primary Location Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL
• Address 7711 US Highway 278 Zip Code 35586
• Field-Based No
• Relocation Assistance Available No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled Bolzoni is one of the worldwide leading manufacturers of Lift Truck Attachments, Forks and Lift Tables, with the most extensive product range in the market.

The BOLZONI Group has been active for almost seventy-five years in the design, production and distribution of lift truck attachments and industrial material handling equipment. The constant attention paid to research and development, technological innovation, the synergy between the strategic and organizational capabilities of a large group and the local production and sales needs, enabling us to meet the expectations of each territory, has contributed to the Group’s expansion worldwide. Today, the BOLZONI Group is present globally thanks to 20 direct branches with over 900 employees and independent dealers covering all continents, holding a leading position in lift truck attachments market.