Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Automation, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Industry Standards, Interpersonal Skills, Knowledge Transfer, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Metrics, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Standards Strategy, Succession Planning, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Welding, Willing to Travel, Workforce Planning
Position Summary
The Manager of Welding Technology is responsible for the strategic leadership and standardization of welding operations across all ASC facilities. This role ensures best-in-class training, certification, inspection, and process optimization while maintaining compliance with industry standards. The position plays a critical role in advancing welding capabilities, improving quality, and developing workforce expertise.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Oversight
- Lead the welding technology function across all ASC locations
- Manage weld trainers, inspectors, and certification/assessment teams
- Establish workforce plans, goals, and performance expectations
Training & Development
- Design and implement comprehensive welding training programs
- Ensure welders are properly trained, qualified, and continuously developed
- Address skill gaps through structured development initiatives
Inspection & Quality Assurance
- Oversee the welding inspection program to ensure full operational coverage
- Collaborate with Quality Control to identify deficiencies and implement improvements
- Ensure proper documentation and adherence to QC standards
Certification & Compliance
- Manage welding certification and assessment processes
- Maintain accurate AWS certification records and ensure regulatory compliance
- Continuously align certification practices with updated standards
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Develop and monitor key welding metrics, including:
- Certification rates and first-pass success rates
- Weld quality and defect trends
- Process effectiveness indicators
- Drive data-based improvements across all welding operations
Innovation & Operational Excellence
- Research and implement advanced welding technologies
- Improve automation, efficiency, and production quality
- Support succession planning and technical knowledge transfer
Qualifications
Required
- Associate degree, technical certification, or trade school completion in welding or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of welding and welding technology experience
- Certified Welder
- Proven leadership experience in a technical or skilled-trades environment
Preferred
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- Experience managing multi-site operations
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of AWS codes, welding processes, and inspection standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally
Additional Information
- This role supports welding operations across all ASC facilities
- Travel may be required to support multi-site initiatives
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Acoustical Sheetmetal Company