Welding Foreman - Night Shift

Night Shift Welding Supervisor (6 PM - 6 AM)SAW | MIG | Repair Welding | Fit-Up OperationsPosition SummaryAs a Night Shift Welding Supervisor, you will lead and oversee all welding and fit-up activities during the night shift, including Sub Arc (long seam and girth seam), MIG welding, repair welding, and fitting operations.This role requires a balance of technical expertise and leadership capability. You must be able to evaluate weld quality, guide teams, enforce standards, and ensure production goals are met without compromising safety or workmanship.This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands welding processes and can lead from the floor.What You'll Be Responsible ForShift Leadership & Execution

Lead, direct, and support welders and fitters across the night shiftAssign work, set priorities, and ensure production targets are metMaintain discipline, accountability, and consistent performance across the teamMonitor workflow and adjust resources as needed to meet production demands

Quality & Welding Oversight

Oversee welding activities across SAW (long seam & girth), MIG, and repair weldingEnsure all work meets AWS, ASME, and API standardsReview weld quality and address issues in real timePartner with Quality/NDE teams to resolve defects and reduce reworkEnsure proper fit-up, joint prep, and weld procedures (WPS) are followed

Safety & Compliance

Enforce all safety policies and ensure proper use of PPEMaintain a safe working environment in a high-risk, high-heat settingAddress unsafe behaviors immediately and consistently

Team Development

Train, coach, and develop welders and fittersIdentify skill gaps and support improvement through hands-on guidanceReinforce expectations around quality, productivity, and accountability

Operational Discipline

Ensure equipment is maintained and used properlyMaintain clean and organized work areasCommunicate effectively with day shift leadership for continuity

What It Takes to Be Successful

Minimum 5+ years of experience supervising welding or fabrication operationsStrong technical knowledge of:

Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) - long seam and girth seamMIG (GMAW), FCAW, and SMAW processesRepair welding and defect identificationPipe fitting and weld preparation

Working knowledge of AWS, ASME, and API standardsAbility to evaluate weld quality and troubleshoot issues in real timeProven leadership ability in a production or manufacturing environmentStrong communication and decision-making skillsAbility to hold team members accountable while maintaining respect and professionalismReliable and able to lead effectively during a 12-hour night shift

Preferred Experience (Strongly Valued)

Experience in pipe manufacturing or pressure vessel environmentsBackground working with NDE (X-ray, UT) quality processesExperience improving production efficiency and reducing reworkPrior experience developing or mentoring welders