Welding Department Lead - Drive Quality and Production

Ingersoll Rand; Ocala (FL); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ingersoll Rand Inc. in Ocala, FL is seeking a Welding Department Supervisor to direct daily welding and fabrication operations, ensuring cost, quality and schedule adherence.

The role supervises up to 25 employees, enforces welding procedures per ASME codes, drives safety and continuous improvement, and collaborates with engineering and production control to meet customer commitments.

Candidates should have 2+ years supervisory experience and strong leadership, quality, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years supervisory or lead experience in welding or fabrication.
• Knowledge of ASME Section VIII and welding procedures.
• Ability to supervise up to 25 employees and manage performance.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills for cross‑functional teams.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsabilités

• Plan and manage production: schedule Welding/Fabrication work to meet schedules and customer commitments.
• Lead safety initiatives: conduct toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Control quality and materials: enforce welding procedures and reduce scrap.
• Supervise employees: assign work, coach, hire, discipline, and resolve concerns.
• Coordinate across departments: align with Production Control and Engineering.
• Drive continuous improvement: evaluate processes and equipment for efficiency gains.
• Monitor and report performance: produce production reports and track key metrics.
• Manage technical relationships: coordinate inspections and welding certifications.

Connaissances

Welding

Leadership

Quality management

Safety

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Training

Data reporting

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Outils

ASME welding codes

AWS/CWI/SCWI certifications

ASNT-TC-1A NDT

Description du poste

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title: Welding Department Supervisor

Location: Ocala, FL - Fully onsite

Summary Responsible for the effective direction of the Welding Department, involving full accountability for results in terms of costs, methods, quality and quantity of production, operations and personnel by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage production: Schedule and coordinate Welding/Fabrication/Hydro department work based on production schedules and customer shipment commitments, while monitoring workflow and progress.
• Lead safety initiatives: Conduct toolbox talks, safety meetings, and job hazard assessments while promoting a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Control quality and materials: Enforce welding procedures and standards, monitor material usage, minimize scrap and rework, and ensure welds meet applicable codes and specifications.
• Supervise employees: Directly supervise up to 25 employees, including assigning work, training, performance management, hiring, discipline, and resolving employee concerns.
• Coordinate across departments: Work closely with Production Control, Engineering, and other departments to schedule orders, resolve specification issues, and maintain production commitments.
• Drive continuous improvement: Evaluate welding processes, equipment, and new industry developments; recommend improvements that increase efficiency, productivity, and cost savings.
• Monitor and report performance: Prepare production reports and participate in production meetings, tracking quality, labor utilization, safety, delays, and schedule attainment while taking corrective action when needed.
• Manage technical and external relationships: Coordinate inspections and welding certifications, provide technical guidance, and serve as a liaison with engineering personnel, clients, and outside welding inspectors.
  
  

Requirements

• 2+ years of related experience/training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Welding: Knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Division I requirements, TIG, MIG, SMA, and stick welding, as well as ASNT-TC-1A NDT testing and acceptance criteria.
• Lean Manufacturing & Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues efficiently, analyzes information, develops solutions, and works effectively in group problem-solving situations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Resolves conflicts constructively, listens to others, maintains confidentiality, controls emotions, and remains open to new ideas.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and persuasively, listens effectively, responds to questions, participates in meetings, and produces clear written documentation.
• Teamwork: Balances individual and team responsibilities, welcomes feedback, builds team morale, and prioritizes shared goals and success.
• Leadership: Motivates and influences others, accepts feedback, recognizes contributions, and encourages strong performance.
• People Management: Involves employees in planning and improvement, provides feedback, develops staff skills, encourages growth, and continuously improves supervisory practices.
• Quality Management: Promotes continuous quality improvement while maintaining accuracy, thoroughness, and high standards in processes, products, and services.
• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret business, technical, and regulatory materials; write reports, correspondence, and procedures; and communicate effectively with managers, customers, clients, and the public.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply probability, statistics, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems, evaluate variable situations, and interpret written, verbal, diagram, and schedule-based instructions.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency with database, manufacturing, spreadsheet, and word-processing software.
• Certifications: Preferred or required certifications include AWS Certified Welding Supervisor, CWI, or SCWI.
• Technical Skills: Thorough knowledge of ASME welding codes for pressure vessels and welding processes including MIG, TIG, and Sub-Arc.
  
  

Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university,
• Physical & Work Environment: Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, communicate, and occasionally climb or lift up to 25 pounds; work may involve mechanical equipment, welding fumes/airborne particles, humidity, and moderate noise.
  
  

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

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