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Weld Foreman

Finn-Kool
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Glen Elder, KS 67446, US

Salary

$26 - $35 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • The Weld Supervisor role involves overseeing daily operations in the welding department, ensuring compliance with code requirements and specifications.
  • Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of 5 years of experience in welding supervision.
  • The position offers a salary ranging from $26.00 to $35.00 per hour, depending on experience.
  • Key responsibilities include providing technical guidance, managing production flow, and ensuring quality assurance and safety management.
  • The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to mentor and manage a diverse team.

Weld Foremen

Role

A Weld Foreman is responsible for the direct supervision of welding crews, assigning daily tasks based on project priorities and individual welder strengths. They ensure all work meets code requirements and dimensional tolerances while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work environment. This role bridges the gap between high-level production goals and hands-on technical execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Crew Supervision: Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the welding team, providing clear direction on work assignments and production goals.
  • Technical Guidance: Provide hands-on assistance and troubleshooting for welding procedures (MIG, TIG, Stick) to ensure proper penetration and structural integrity.
  • Quality Inspections: Conduct regular audits of finished welds to verify adherence to blueprint tolerances and material specification codes.
  • Workflow Management: Monitor production schedules and manage the flow of materials to prevent bottlenecks and ensure deadlines are met.
  • Safety Enforcement: Champion shop safety by enforcing PPE requirements, proper equipment usage, and clean workstation protocols.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the daily operation and basic maintenance of welding machines, grinders, and material handling equipment like jib cranes.

Expectations

A Weld Foreman must be a decisive leader who maintains high standards under pressure and adapts quickly to shifting production priorities. You should be a self-directed, detail-oriented mentor with the ability to anticipate and prevent shop-floor bottlenecks. Success in this role requires a balance of technical mastery and the communication skills necessary to manage a diverse team with minimal oversight.


Employment Details

-Full Time, Day Shift 6 am to 2:30 pm

-Required Education: - High School Diploma or GED

-Compensation: - $22.00 to $33.00 /hour Dependent on Experience


Benefits:

- Medical/Dental Insurance

- Paid Time Off

-401k

- Supplementary Insurance

- Wellness Center Membership Discount

-Boot and eyeglasses stipend




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