Welding Production Supervisor

Premier Global Links; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

AFLAC

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead the Welding Department and daily operations on the 2nd shift in Chicago. You will oversee MIG, TIG, and robotic welding, ensuring schedules, quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing with welding exposure and 2+ years in supervision, plus leadership and problem-solving skills to develop a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with significant exposure to welding operations.
• 2+ years of production supervisory experience.
• Strong working knowledge of MIG, TIG, and robotic welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production with primary oversight of welding operations.
• Manage MIG, TIG, and robotic welding activities and downstream production processes.
• Ensure production schedules, quality requirements, and delivery commitments are met.
• Balance labor and workflow to maintain throughput and minimize bottlenecks.
• Monitor KPIs including productivity, efficiency, scrap, rework, and on-time delivery.
• Partner with Quality, Planning, Maintenance, and other departments to resolve production issues.
• Support weld quality initiatives, inspections, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, AWS, ASME, ISO and company safety and quality requirements.
• Promote proper PPE use, safe welding practices, ventilation, and workplace safety.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop welders, operators, and production employees.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, attendance, overtime, and performance.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S, waste reduction, workflow improvement, and cross-training.
• Identify opportunities to improve weld cell utilization, arc-on time, productivity, and reduce rework.
• Maintain accurate production records and reporting.
• Support equipment improvements and process enhancement projects.

Skills

Welding knowledge

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About the Role

Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations with primary responsibility for the Welding Department. This role oversees MIG, TIG, and robotic welding operations while ensuring production schedules, quality standards, safety requirements, and delivery goals are consistently achieved.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing leader with strong welding knowledge, production supervision experience, and a track record of improving productivity and developing high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production with primary oversight of welding operations.
• Manage MIG, TIG, and robotic welding activities and downstream production processes.
• Ensure production schedules, quality requirements, and delivery commitments are met.
• Balance labor and workflow to maintain throughput and minimize bottlenecks.
• Monitor KPIs including productivity, efficiency, scrap, rework, and on-time delivery.
• Partner with Quality, Planning, Maintenance, and other departments to resolve production issues.
• Support weld quality initiatives, inspections, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, AWS, ASME, ISO, and company safety and quality requirements.
• Promote proper PPE use, safe welding practices, ventilation, and workplace safety.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop welders, operators, and production employees.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, attendance, overtime, and performance.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S, waste reduction, workflow improvement, and cross-training.
• Identify opportunities to improve weld cell utilization, arc-on time, productivity, and reduce rework.
• Maintain accurate production records and reporting.
• Support equipment improvements and process enhancement projects.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with significant exposure to welding operations.
• 2+ years of production supervisory experience.
• Strong working knowledge of MIG, TIG, and robotic welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical or trade school education.
• Experience in high-mix or high-volume manufacturing.
• Knowledge of WPS/PQR documentation.
• Experience with ERP systems and production reporting tools.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement programs.
• Familiarity with AWS, ASME, or ISO quality standards.

Schedule

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 3:45 PM-1:15 AM

This position requires regular time on the manufacturing floor and may involve exposure to heat, noise, and welding environments. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds may be required.

Compensation & Benefits

$70,000-$80,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• AFLAC
• 401(k) with Company Match

Premier Global Links LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.