Welding Production Lead 1st Shift

Date posted: September 21 2026

Pay: From 26.00/hr

Job description:

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Job Title: Welding Production Lead

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Schaumburg IL.

Company Overview:

H3 Manufacturing is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider specializing in precision machining laser cutting sheet metal fabrication complex welding assembly surface finishing painting and powder coating. With four state-of-the-art facilities spanning 225000 square feet with locations in Illinois and North Carolina we serve high-spec markets including power generation healthcare electrical power distribution aerospace and defense life sciences and more.

Position Summary:

The Welding Production Lead assists the Department Supervisor in coordinating daily operations within their respective departments to ensure safety quality and productivity goals are met. This position serves as a working leader on the production team. TheWelding Production Lead will support team members on the floor facilitate communication between employees and department supervisors and help the supervisors drive continuous improvement across all processes. The Welding Production Lead should become an expert in department thru-put and ways to optimize and ensure efficiency & productivity of their departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Welding Department Supervisor/Manufacturing Managers in overseeing daily production schedules and workflows to meet delivery and thru-put targets.
• Act as a point of contact for employees on the floor and help the Department Supervisor with communicating priorities resolving minor issues and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Training and onboarding of new employees providing hands-on guidance and technical support as needed.
• Monitor work progress and verify part quality accuracy and consistency.
• Coordinate material flow tooling needs and machine readiness to minimize downtime.
• Help maintain accurate production records timekeeping and reports.
• Recommend and assist with implementing process improvements for efficiency safety and quality.
• Fill in for the Department Supervisor during absences or as needed.
• Promote a clean organized and safe work environment by ensuring compliance with all safety and 5S standards.
• Actively participate in team meetings and cross-departmental communication to identify production challenges and develop solutions.
• Motivate and mentor employees to achieve production goals and uphold company values.

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes equipment operation and safety practices.
• Ability to read blueprints interpret work instructions and use measuring tools (e.g. calipers micrometers tape measures height and depth gauges etc.)

Skills & Competencies:

• Demonstrates leadership communication and problem-solving skills; leads by example.
• Basic computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office ERP systems).
• Collaborate with Department Supervisor to ensure that the departments employees are working productively efficiently and delivering on thru-put goals.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and holds themself and others accountable.
• Strong time-management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced production setting.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk bend and lift up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise machinery and varying temperatures.
• Must be comfortable wearing required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety glasses gloves and hearing protection.

Benefits:

• Retirement plan 401(k) with 401(k) match
• Healthcare Dental & Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account or Health savings account option
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Employee recognition programs
• Chaplain Care Coach

This position requires ITAR compliance and may involve access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Sponsorship is not available now nor in the future.

Applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR.

H3 Manufacturing Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color national origin age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should email