Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Welding Shop Foreman to lead daily operations in a busy fabrication shop. This role is responsible for managing production from raw material through fabrication, welding, finishing, painting, and final shipment while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to quality standards.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, hands-on fabrication and welding experience, and the ability to coordinate multiple jobs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shop operations and lead welders, fabricators, and production personnel
• Manage the complete flow of jobs from material processing through final shipment
• Develop daily and weekly production schedules to meet customer deadlines
• Assign work based on employee skill level, workload, and production priorities
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to eliminate bottlenecks
• Read blueprints and ensure work meets customer specifications and quality standards
• Coordinate material availability and communicate with purchasing or inventory as needed
• Train, mentor, and support shop employees while promoting a positive team environment
• Enforce all safety policies and maintain a clean, organized shop
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement process improvements to increase efficiency

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a welding or fabrication shop
• Previous Foreman, Lead, or Production Supervisor experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of MIG, TIG, and Stick welding processes
• Experience with metal fabrication, blueprint reading, and shop equipment
• Proven ability to manage production schedules and multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude and commitment to quality and safety

Preferred Experience

• Welding Shop Foreman
• Fabrication Supervisor
• Production Supervisor
• Welding Supervisor
• Manufacturing Supervisor
• Metal Fabrication
• Blueprint Reading
• Production Scheduling
• Lean Manufacturing
• ERP or Shop Management Software
• Forklift and overhead crane operation

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Stable, full-time opportunity
• Leadership role with growth potential
• Fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on production and shop success

Apply today if you're an experienced welding professional ready to lead a fabrication team and drive production from start to finish.

**** ** EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:** Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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