Welding Production Supervisor

We are seeking a hands-on Welding Production Supervisor to lead a 1st shift team in a heavy steel manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing a skilled union workforce and driving daily production, safety, and quality performance.Welding Production Supervisor Benefits and Compensation:Base Salary: $60,000Daily overtime structure (9.5-hour equivalent workday); OTE approximately $80,000Bonus eligible after one full year of employment1st Shift | 4:30 AM - 3:30 PM (flexible start)Union environment with strong stability12 paid holidaysOne-week plant shutdown during ChristmasComprehensive, top-tier health insurance planWelding Production Supervisor Requirements & Qualifications:3+ years of supervisory experience in welding or heavy fabricationProven proficiency in MIG and Flux Core welding processesStrong welding blueprint reading and interpretation skillsAbility to lead effectively within a union manufacturing environmentMust haves:Direct supervision of production associatesStrong coaching, mentoring, and performance management skillsExecution of daily production schedules to meet throughput and delivery targetsAbility to monitor workflow and reallocate labor during the shift to maintain efficiencyActive participation in weekly production leadership meetingsEnforcing OSHA and company safety standards while maintaining outputTroubleshooting weld defects and implementing corrective actionsWelding Production Supervisor Preferred Background & Skills:Experience overseeing layout and fit-up workBackground in high-mix, heavy steel productionExperience tracking labor efficiency, scrap, and rework metricsHands-on oversight of layout, fit-ups, and weld qualityExperience operating in a fast-paced production environment with tight delivery timelines

Created: 2026-03-02