Welding Production Leader

H3mfggroup; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Employee recognition

Chaplain care

Job summary

H3 Manufacturing Group, LLC in Schaumburg, IL seeks a Welding Production Lead to coordinate daily operations, ensure safety and quality, and act as a working leader on the production floor. The role requires hands-on leadership, blueprint reading, and a focus on throughput and continuous improvement.

You will mentor team members, support scheduling, monitor part quality, and collaborate with supervisors to meet targets while adhering to ITAR and company values.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Ability to read blueprints, interpret work instructions, and use measuring tools.
• Demonstrates leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; leads by example.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, ERP systems).

Responsibilities

• Support the Welding Department Supervisor/Manufacturing Managers in overseeing daily production schedules and workflows to meet delivery and throughput targets.
• Act as a point of contact for employees on the floor and help with communicating priorities, resolving issues, and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Train and onboard new employees with hands-on guidance and technical support.
• Monitor work progress and verify part quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Coordinate material flow, tooling needs, and machine readiness to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate production records, timekeeping, and reports.
• Recommend and assist with implementing process improvements for efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Fill in for the Department Supervisor during absences or as needed.
• Promote a clean, organized, and safe work environment following 5S and safety standards.
• Participate in team meetings and cross-departmental communication to identify production challenges and solutions.
• Motivate and mentor employees to achieve production goals and uphold company values.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

H3 Manufacturing Group, LLC in Schaumburg, IL seeks a Welding Production Lead to coordinate daily operations, ensure safety and quality, and act as a working leader on the production floor. The role requires hands-on leadership, blueprint reading, and a focus on throughput and continuous improvement.

You will mentor team members, support scheduling, monitor part quality, and collaborate with supervisors to meet targets while adhering to ITAR and company values.