Welding Team Leader

Who We Are Lantech is the global leader in stretch wrapping technology—and the original inventor of the rotary stretch wrapper. We’ve spent decades redefining material handling and packaging solutions with cutting‑edge technology and world‑class performance. Today, Lantech equipment is used worldwide, supported by multilingual technical teams and a culture of continuous improvement. Why You Matter As a Welding Team Leader, you play a critical role in leading a high‑performing fabrication team while ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are achieved. Your leadership helps develop associates, improve processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. By supporting your team and driving lean initiatives, you help ensure Lantech delivers exceptional products to our customers. What You’ll Do As a Welding Team Leader, you will: Lead, coach, and support a team of up to eight welding associates Train new associates using standardized work instructions and best practices Manage daily production schedules, including filling in for absences and supporting high‑cycle‑time operations Learn all fabrication cells related to the S Line and become certified in GMAW spray welding (flat and rotational positions) Ensure standardized work procedures are maintained and followed throughout the welding area Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues to minimize downtime and improve efficiency Promote and maintain a safe work environment by supporting associates and reinforcing safety expectations Lead and participate in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives to eliminate waste and improve processes Maintain organization and workplace standards using 5S principles Collaborate with team members and leadership to meet production, quality, and delivery objectives Work overtime as needed to support production schedules What We’re Looking For Minimum of 5 years of welding fabrication experience Minimum of 1 year of GMAW spray transfer welding experience Minimum of 1 year of leadership or team lead experience Strong coaching, communication, and team‑building skills Ability to provide constructive feedback and manage associate performance Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills Excellent planning, organizational, and time‑management skills Working knowledge of Winman or similar ERP systems Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented manufacturing environment Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 50 pounds Commitment to safety and adherence to company procedures Desired Experience Experience leading teams in a lean manufacturing environment Participation in Lean workshops or continuous improvement initiatives Experience developing standardized work and training associates Experience driving 5S and workplace organization improvements Education High School Diploma or equivalent required. Technical or vocational training in welding or manufacturing is a plus. Why You’ll Love Working at Lantech We believe great work happens when people feel supported, challenged, and valued. What we offer Job Stability: A growing, essential manufacturing business with long‑term career opportunities Competitive Pay Quarterly Profitability Bonus Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability 401(k) with Company Match Generous Time Off: PTO, paid vacation, and 8 paid holidays per year Casual Dress Code Come stretch your career with Lantech—where innovation meets opportunity #J-18808-Ljbffr Lantech