Welding Trainer

Buyers Products Company; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO / paid time off

Profit-sharing opportunities

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

Buyers Products Company is seeking an experienced Welding Trainer to develop and deliver training programs that boost weld quality, safety, and operational excellence. You will collaborate with production, quality, and engineering to ensure welders have the skills and resources needed for success.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in welding within manufacturing and a passion for coaching others. On‑site training, safety emphasis, and continuous improvement are core to this role at our Mentor, OH

Qualifications

• Hands‑on welding experience in a fabrication/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to develop and deliver welding training programs.
• Knowledge of welding procedure specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and conduct welding training for new hires and experienced welders.
• Provide hands‑on instruction in welding techniques, setup, fixture use, and blueprint reading.
• Educate on safety practices and PPE usage; enforce lockout/tagout standards.
• Evaluate trainee performance through tests and observations.
• Maintain training records and certification documentation.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Weld symbols

AWS standards

Training/coaching

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Technical certificate / apprenticeship / associate degree in welding

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Buyers Products Company, a leading manufacturer in the work truck industry, is seeking an experienced Welding Trainer to join our team. In this role, you will develop and deliver welding training programs that support employee development, weld quality, safety, and operational excellence. You will work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure welders have the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to succeed in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is a skilled welding professional with a passion for coaching and developing others. If you enjoy sharing your expertise, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement, and helping employees grow their technical capabilities, we'd like to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Develop, coordinate, and conduct welding training for new hires and existing welders across applicable welding processes.
• Provide hands-on instruction in welding techniques, machine setup, fixture use, material preparation, weld symbols, blueprint reading, and quality standards.
• Train employees in safe work practices, proper use of personal protective equipment, lockout/tagout expectations, and other safety procedures.
• Evaluate trainee skill level through practical weld tests, observations, and performance assessments.
• Educate welders on interpretation and application of welding procedure specifications and AWS standards.
• Coach welders on workmanship, productivity, weld quality, rework reduction, and adherence to welding procedures specifications.
• Maintain accurate training records, certification documentation, skills matrices, and progress reports.
• Assist in welder progression testing and refresher training as required by company or regulatory standards.
• Partner with production supervisors, quality personnel, and engineering to identify training needs, process issues, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Develop and update training materials, toolbox talk micro-lessons, job aids, and visual standards.
• Promote a positive learning environment and model professional behavior, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Skills & Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on welding experience in a welding/fabrication manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MIG and TIG welding required; experience with flux-cored, robotic welding, and experience welding carbon, stainless, and aluminum is a plus.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, weld symbols, work instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Strong understanding of weld quality standards, visual inspection practices, and common welding defects.
• Prior experience training, mentoring, coaching, or leading others in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to employees with varying levels of experience.
• Proficient in basic computer skills and MS Office suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point. etc.)
• Ability to work independently, organize priorities, and follow through on training plans and documentation.

Education Background

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent
• Technical certificate, apprenticeship, or associate degree in welding, manufacturing, or a related field preferred

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Standing, Walking and Sitting for extended period of times (up to 2-3 miles per day)
• Mobility and dexterity to move around operating machinery and powered industrial equipment
• Ability to work on site to physically support manufacturing requirements

What We Offer

We believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of the Buyers Products team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay
• Generous vacation and paid time off (PTO)
• Profit-sharing opportunities
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Additional employee programs, perks, and benefits

About Buyers Products Company

Established in 1946, Buyers Products Company is a premier manufacturer serving the work truck industry. Our products include durable truck boxes, heavy-duty towing equipment, hydraulics, controls, and trailer accessories. Our snow and ice equipment brands include SnowDogg® snowplows, SaltDogg® spreaders, and ScoopDogg® snow pushers.

Join a company with a long history of innovation, quality, and growth while building a rewarding career.