Welding Operations Lead | Lean, Quality & Safety

Anchor Fabrication Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Fabrication is seeking a Welding Supervisor to oversee the welding department, drive lean initiatives, and ensure production targets are met. You will manage staff, enforce safety policies, and maintain quality records to support a high-performance shop.

The role requires extensive welding experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with maintenance, finishing, and planning teams to stay on schedule and within budgets.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include 5+ years welding experience in metal industry.
• 5+ years weld quality experience and managing at least 25 employees.
• Ability to read detailed prints and set/weld with Miller equipment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Drive a culture of 5S and lean principles in the Welding department.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and proper PPE usage.
• Own department quality and pursue process improvements.
• Maintain certifications and ensure current WQTR/WPS records.
• Collaborate with R&D, planning, and HR to meet monthly targets.
• Oversee payroll entries and maintain accurate production data.
• Lead a team in a fast-paced, quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Skills

Welding

Staff management

Safety compliance

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Miller welding equipment

ERP software

Epicor Vantage

Job description

Anchor Fabrication is seeking a Welding Supervisor to oversee the welding department, drive lean initiatives, and ensure production targets are met. You will manage staff, enforce safety policies, and maintain quality records to support a high-performance shop.

The role requires extensive welding experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with maintenance, finishing, and planning teams to stay on schedule and within budgets.