Welding Manager

Welding ManagerOur manufacturing client in Newton, IA is seeking a Welding Manager to lead welding operations, training, and process improvement in a large-scale heavy fabrication environment supporting wind tower manufacturing.This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across production, quality, and engineering — ideal for someone who enjoys improving processes, developing welders, and driving quality in a safety-focused environment.What You'll DoLead and supervise welding technicians and weld school operationsTrain, qualify, and certify welders at various skill levelsTroubleshoot welding processes, equipment, and defectsDrive welding process improvements for quality and efficiencySupport customer and third-party welding auditsConduct internal welding audits and performance reportingServe as technical subject matter expert on welding proceduresInvestigate root causes and implement corrective actionsAssist with new welder mentor programsSupport production welding as neededWhat We're Looking ForAWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) — or ability to obtain within one yearStrong experience with FCAW, SAW, and GMAWWorking knowledge of AWS D1.1Hands-on heavy fabrication experienceStrong coaching, leadership, and training skillsExperience with welding process improvement5+ years heavy fabrication experience (or related degree + experience)Why This Role?Growing wind energy manufacturing environmentLeadership visibility and influenceStrong safety and operational cultureOpportunity to build and improve welding programsStable manufacturing operation with long-term growth