Welding Shop Supervisor: Lead Weld Team, Safety & Quality

Knight's Companies; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO and Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

STD

LTD

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Hosp

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Knight’s Companies in Ridgeville, SC is seeking a Welding Shop Supervisor to lead our welding and fabrication operations. You will supervise a dynamic team, ensure safety and quality, and contribute to design, fabrication, and repair of structural components.

The role requires hands-on leadership, knowledge of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and the ability to read blueprints and weld symbols. You will mentor staff, maintain equipment, and uphold company standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years of supervisory/lead experience in welding or fabrication.
• 4+ years of welding/manufacturing experience.
• Certified in Stick and MIG welding; proficient in Flux-Cored and TIG welding.
• Knowledge of various steel materials used in fabrication.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and weld symbols.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily welding and fabrication activities.
• Assign work, monitor productivity, and ensure on-time project completion.
• Train, mentor, and support development of welding team members.
• Promote and enforce all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Perform and oversee welding using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processes.
• Read blueprints, drawings, specifications, and weld symbols.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure standards are met.
• Maintain shop equipment and tools; ensure safe operation and maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Blueprint reading

Communication coaching

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SMAW (Stick)

GMAW (MIG)

FCAW (Flux‑Core)

GTAW (TIG)

Crane rigging/hand signaling

Job description

Knight’s Companies in Ridgeville, SC is seeking a Welding Shop Supervisor to lead our welding and fabrication operations. You will supervise a dynamic team, ensure safety and quality, and contribute to design, fabrication, and repair of structural components.

The role requires hands-on leadership, knowledge of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and the ability to read blueprints and weld symbols. You will mentor staff, maintain equipment, and uphold company standards in a fast-paced environment.