A global provider of pipeline isolation, hot tapping, and plugging services to the energy industry is seeking a Welding Supervisor to join the team. This hands-on leadership role involves supervising welding operations and ensuring the safe, high-quality, and timely fabrication of pressure-retaining components, while guiding a team of welders in achieving production goals. The Welding Lead is responsible for promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across welding operations.
Salary:$35-40/hr Location: Rosenberg, TX 77471 Type of Position: Direct Hire
Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate daily welding activities to meet production schedules, safety standards, and quality expectations.
Interpret and apply engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding procedures to ensure accurate fabrication of pressure-retaining components.
Perform hands-on welding tasks as needed using MIG, TIG, Flux Core, and Stick techniques to support workflow and maintain quality standards.
Supervise, mentor, and train welders, ensuring consistent adherence to welding procedures and company standards.
Monitor progress and performance of welding operations, identifying and addressing any delays, quality concerns, or safety risks.
Conduct inspections of completed welds to verify compliance with specifications, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and industry standards.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by modeling best practices and ensuring proper use of PPE and welding equipment.
Collaborate with the Weld Shop Foreman and cross-functional teams to optimize shop workflow and resolve production issues.
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-equipped work area, ensuring all welding tools and equipment are properly maintained.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting enhancements to welding processes, training, and safety procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Weld Shop Foreman or Operations Manager.
Individual Quality and Safety Responsibilities
Comply with all company and/or client quality, safety, and environmental management systems and procedures at all times.
Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses, or hazards to your manager or foreman and complete the required documentation.
Do not perform any task unless you have been properly trained and authorized to do so - when in doubt, stop and ask.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Certification in MIG, TIG, Flux Core, or Stick welding preferred
Completion of technical training or apprenticeship in welding or fabrication is an asset
Must be able to pass a 6GR welding test
5-10 years of experience in welding, pipe fitting, and fabrication
3+ years of experience in a lead or supervisory role within a welding environment
Advanced proficiency in MIG, TIG, Flux Core, and Stick welding techniques
Strong knowledge of pressure-retaining equipment and pressure vessel welding standards
Skilled in reading and interpreting welding symbols, blueprints, and technical drawings
Competent in fitting and assembling components with precision and minimal supervision
Able to troubleshoot welding issues and recommend practical, safe solutions
Experienced in maintaining welding equipment and monitoring consumables
Understanding of and adherence to Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS
Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities within a team environment
Proven ability to uphold safety standards, quality control, and production targets
Self-motivated, dependable, and demonstrates strong leadership under pressure
Willing to work overtime or adjust to production schedules to meet team goals and deadlines
Must have reliable transportation to support consistent onsite attendance
Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Rosenberg, TX
Salary
$40
Skills
Best Practicesunmatched
Blueprintsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Component Assemblyunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Engineering Drawingunmatched
Environmental Management Systemsunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Operational Improvementunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Pressure Vesselsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Procedure Implementationunmatched
Production Controlunmatched
Production Scheduleunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Quality Controlunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
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Safety Processunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Safety Trainingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Technical Drawingunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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