Welding Production Supervisor

About the job Welding Production Supervisor


Lead Welding Production Operations in a Growing Manufacturing Environment

A well-established Chicago-area manufacturer is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations with a primary focus on the Weld Department , including MIG, TIG, and robotic welding processes. This onsite leadership role is responsible for driving production performance, weld quality, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on manufacturing leader with experience supervising welders, managing production schedules, improving throughput, and leading Lean manufacturing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Welding Operations

• Supervise daily manufacturing and weld shop operations
• Oversee MIG, TIG, and robotic welding production processes
• Ensure production schedules, throughput, and delivery targets are achieved
• Balance labor resources and workflow to reduce bottlenecks and downtime
• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve production issues
• Monitor KPIs, including output, efficiency, scrap, rework, and on-time delivery

Quality & Compliance

• Support weld quality programs and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with AWS, ASME, ISO, OSHA, and company standards
• Assist with first-article inspections and in-process quality checks
• Maintain production documentation and reporting records
• Support the weld process, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop welders and production employees
• Manage scheduling, attendance, overtime, and staffing needs
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and a strong safety culture

Continuous Improvement & Safety

• Lead Lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve weld cell utilization and reduce waste
• Enforce PPE requirements and safe welding practices
• Monitor ventilation and welding safety systems
• Conduct safety meetings and address workplace hazards proactively

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with strong welding operations exposure
• 2+ years of production supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of MIG, TIG, and robotic welding
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret weld symbols

Preferred

• Technical or trade school education
• Experience in high-mix or high-volume manufacturing
• Familiarity with WPS/PQR documentation
• Experience using ERP systems and production reporting tools
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, 5S, and KPI tracking

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Short-Term Disability
• AFLAC Benefits

Apply Today

If you have experience leading welding production teams and improving manufacturing performance in a fabrication or industrial environment, we encourage you to apply.