Welding Shop Foreman

Savard Group; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Savard Group in Louisiana is seeking a Welding Shop Foreman to supervise day-to-day welding operations and drive quality in a fast-paced shop environment. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, safety compliance, and strict adherence to drawings, codes, and customer specifications.

The position is temp-to-hire, with a Monday–Friday schedule and potential overtime to meet production demands; candidates must be able to pass a drug screen and maintain a high standard of workmanship.

Qualifications

• Must have welding supervisory experience.
• Experience with Stick, MIG, TIG, and ARC welding.
• Ability to read drawings, weld symbols, blueprints, and fabrication specs.
• Experience with shell-and-tube heat exchangers, pressure vessels, or custom equipment.
• Knowledge of ASME Sections VIII and IX.
• Strong shop safety knowledge and enforcement.
• Must pass a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Lead welding shop activities.
• Ensure compliance with ASME and safety standards.
• Oversee fabrication and welding operations.

Skills

Welding supervision

Weld symbols reading

Blueprint reading

ASME knowledge

Safety enforcement

Drug screen ready

Job description

Welding Shop Foreman $2,350 OT + WEEKLY Join SAVARD Personnel Group - where your skills are valued!

Key Requirements:

• Must have welding supervisory experience.
• Must have experience with Stick, MIG, TIG, gas tungsten arc/heli-arc, Sub-Arc, and submerged arc welding.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, weld symbols, blueprints, and fabrication specifications.
• Must have Experience with shell-and-tube heat exchangers, pressure vessels, or other custom-engineered equipment.
• Previous work knowledge of ASME Sections VIII and IX.
• Strong understanding of shop safety requirements and ability to enforce safe work practices.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen

Shifts:Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM. Occasional weekends and overtime may be required based on business needs.

Duration:Temp to Hire