Welding Team Lead

MASSIE MFG., INC.; Michigan; On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paycheck

Discretionary bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Footwear reimbursement

Safety glasses reimbursement

Skills development

Full-time schedule

Job summary

Massie Manufacturing, Inc. in Baraga, Michigan is seeking an experienced Welding Team Lead to oversee daily production, mentor welders, and promote safe, efficient operations in a busy shop environment.

You will assign work, enforce safety, ensure parts meet quality standards, and drive improvements in productivity and customer satisfaction. Strong welding skills, blueprint literacy, and leadership ability are essential; MS Word/Excel proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications

• Three or more years in manufacturing or production.
• One to two years in a team lead or supervisory role.
• Strong welding and manufacturing knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and customer service.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and support welding team members to promote teamwork and accountability.
• Assign daily work, set priorities, and maintain production schedules.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and report hazards or incidents.
• Inspect parts to meet quality and customer requirements.
• Keep work areas organized and stocked with parts and tools.
• Communicate updates and risks between employees and management.
• Assist with problem-solving, preventive maintenance, and downtime reduction.

Skills

Team leadership

Welding expertise

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

MS Word / Excel

Safety compliance

Education

Advanced education or certification in manufacturing/welding/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Massie Manufacturing, Inc., a welding and fabrication company, is looking for an experienced Welding Team Lead in Baraga, Michigan.

The Welding Team Lead plays a critical role in overseeing daily production within assigned work areas. This position leads and supports a team of welders, promotes safe and efficient work practices, and ensures products consistently meet quality and production standards. The Team Lead also helps achieve company goals related to productivity, quality, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction throughout the manufacturing process.

What We Offer

• $24 – $34 per hour based on skills and experience.
• Weekly paycheck.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance; life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Reimbursement for safety footwear and prescription safety glasses.
• Skill development and safety training.
• Full-time position: Monday-Thursday 6am – 3:30pm, Friday 6am – 10am

What Your Day Looks Like

• Lead, train, and support welding team members while promoting teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
• Assign daily work, set priorities, and keep production on schedule.
• Make sure employees follow safety procedures and report hazards, incidents, and concerns.
• Check work throughout the production process to ensure parts meet quality standards and customer requirements.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and stocked with the correct parts, tools, supplies, and information.
• Share production updates, expectations, risks, and concerns between employees and management.
• Help solve production and equipment problems, support preventive maintenance, and identify ways to reduce downtime, scrap, and waste.

What We Are Looking For

• Three or more years of manufacturing or production experience, including one to two years in a team lead or supervisory role.
• Strong hands-on welding and manufacturing knowledge, with the ability to step in and help when needed.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• A positive, dependable, and team-focused approach with a commitment to quality and customer service.
• Ability to manage priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other basic office software.
• Advanced education, technical training, or certification in manufacturing, welding, engineering, or a related field is a plus.

Sound Like You?

Massie Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.