Welding Program Supervisor

TAS Energy Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TAS Energy Inc in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Welding Program Supervisor to oversee and maintain welding programs and personnel qualifications. You will ensure compliance with relevant standards and ensure the quality and safety of welding activities.

Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of welding operations experience, strong leadership qualities, and a Bachelor's in Welding Engineering or related field. Responsibilities include supervising welders and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of welding operations experience.
• Proficient in various welding techniques.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all aspects of the welding program.
• Maintain qualified welders database and training programs.
• Drive continuous improvement in welding processes.

Skills

Welding processes understanding

Clear communication

Problem-solving ability

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Welding equipment

Job description

Position Overview

The Welding Program Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of welding programs, procedures, and personnel qualifications in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and customer specifications. This role ensures the highest standards of welding quality and safety while supporting production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all aspects of the facility’s welding program, including Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ), weld maps, weld stencil issuance and verification, and continuity log.
• Ensure all welding activities are performed in accordance with AWS, ASME, and/or other relevant standards.
• Maintain a current database of qualified welders, expiration dates, and requalification schedules.
• Oversee welder testing, certification, and training programs to ensure workforce capability and compliance.
• Coordinate welding audits and prepare related documentation.
• Function as the subject matter expert (SME) for welding processes, equipment, consumables, and inspection techniques.
• Collaborate with inspectors to monitor weld quality and adherence to procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement in welding processes for efficiency, quality, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to all company safety policies and promote a safety‑first culture within the welding department.
• Supervise welder/auditor testers and their activities.
• Provide training and guidance to welding personnel to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Interface with other company departments to request and receive reports and information.
• Identify, create, maintain, and assist in resolving issues related to welding processes, equipment malfunction, material defects, welds outside of procedure parameters, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules and nonconformances.
• Maintain and update the calibration logs.
• Assist the Director of Quality or Quality designee with internal and external ISO 3834 audits.
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Quality.

Education & Training

Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience may be considered. Proficiency in various welding techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG arc welding, etc.), familiarity with welding codes and standards (e.g., AWS, ASME), and knowledge of welding equipment and materials.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in welding operations and welding standards with at least two years in a leadership or supervisor role.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes (e.g., GMAW, FCAW, GTAW).
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention‑to‑detail, with the capacity to analyze complex issues and implement/recommend effective solutions.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
• Competent in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint and Google documents.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, etc.).
• Proven ability to operate with integrity and manage confidential information.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, weld symbols, and technical specifications.
• Strong leadership and people skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor team members to achieve high performance.
• Demonstrate a high level of service and ability to be proactive.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as part of a team.
• Work well in a team environment.

Preferred Requirements

• CWI certified.
• ASNT SNT TC‑1A NDE level II qualified in Visual and Magnetic Particle interpretation.
• Safety certification (OSHA).
• Experience with digital weld tracking or welding program management software.
• Experience welding.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Position is at least 40% to 50% at a desk working with a computer and the remaining time spent in a shop environment.
• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions.
• Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and conduct extensive reading.
• The incumbent will be subject to inside environmental conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

TAS guarantees equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.