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Weld Manager Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Communicates with Weld Supervisor and Weld Manager. Reports information on employee progress and issues for ongoing performance evaluations. * Prepares workload for the welders. * Uses GMAW-P, GMAW-S ...

Lead Welder 3rd Shift

Fall River, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Communicates with Weld Supervisor and Weld Manager. Reports information on employee progress and issues for ongoing performance evaluations. * Prepares workload for the welders. * Uses GMAW-P, GMAW-S ...

Path Lead Welder - Weekend Shift

Fall River, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Communicates with Weld Supervisor and Weld Manager. Reports information on employee progress and issues for ongoing performance evaluations. * Prepares workload for the welders. * Uses GMAW-P, GMAW-S ...

Lead Welder 3rd Shift

Fall River, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Communicates with Weld Supervisor and Weld Manager. Reports information on employee progress and issues for ongoing performance evaluations. * Prepares workload for the welders. * Uses GMAW-P, GMAW-S ...

Path Lead Welder - Weekend Shift

Fall River, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Communicates with Weld Supervisor and Weld Manager. Reports information on employee progress and issues for ongoing performance evaluations. * Prepares workload for the welders. * Uses GMAW-P, GMAW-S ...

Welders - West Bend

West Bend, WI · On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Manufacturing Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc (West Bend) Overview Looking for a weld shop that's air ... Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the Robotic Welding Manager. * Performs ...

Welders - West Bend

West Bend, WI · On-site

$18 - $22.25/hr

Overview Looking for a weld shop that's air conditioned? Ours is! We are busy and growing, with ... Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the Robotic Welding Manager. * Performs ...

Welders - West Bend

West Bend, WI · On-site

$7.24 - $7.25/hr

Manufacturing Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc (West Bend) Overview Looking for a weld shop that's air ... Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the Robotic Welding Manager. * Performs ...

Welders - West Bend

West Bend, WI · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Looking for a weld shop that's air conditioned? Ours is! We are busy and growing, with welding ... Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the Robotic Welding Manager. * Performs ...

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Weld Manager information

What is a weld manager?

A Weld Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing welding operations within a manufacturing or construction environment. Their duties include managing welding teams, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, coordinating project schedules, and maintaining compliance with industry codes. They also handle budgeting, training, and sometimes directly address technical welding challenges. Effective Weld Managers combine technical expertise with leadership skills to ensure projects are completed efficiently and safely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weld manager?

To thrive as a Weld Manager, you need expertise in welding techniques, quality control standards, and leadership, often supported by a technical degree and relevant certifications such as CWI (Certified Welding Inspector). Familiarity with welding codes, inspection tools, and production management software is typically required. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help in effectively managing teams and ensuring project timelines are met. These competencies are crucial for maintaining high safety standards, productivity, and consistent weld quality in manufacturing or construction environments.

What are some common challenges a weld manager faces when overseeing multiple welding projects simultaneously?

A Weld Manager often juggles multiple projects at once, which can present challenges such as coordinating schedules, ensuring consistent quality across different teams, and managing varying client requirements. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to balance resource allocation and maintain safety standards. Additionally, staying updated on industry regulations and new welding technologies helps in troubleshooting issues efficiently and supporting team development.

What are the most commonly searched types of Weld jobs in Wisconsin?

The most popular types of Weld jobs in Wisconsin are:

What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Weld Manager jobs?

Cities in Wisconsin with the most Weld Manager job openings:

Lead Welder 3rd Shift

Fall River, WI • On-site

EK Machine
Construction • 51 - 200 employees

$60 - $80/hr

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Job description

SUMMARY

Lead welders on complete manufacturing projects as well as weld metal components together using a variety of arc welding processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Oversees and leads welders within the complete manufacturing group
  • Communicates with Weld Supervisor and Weld Manager. Reports information on employee progress and issues for ongoing performance evaluations.
  • Prepares workload for the welders.
  • Uses GMAW-P, GMAW-S, and GTAW to weld weldments, tanks, and metal parts together per the weld process specification sheet
  • Reads and understands American and European blueprints, geometrical call outs, and weld symbols
  • Evaluates all processes within area of responsibility for ways to improve in quality, tooling usage, and run times.
  • Welds complicated weldments where alignments, dimensional, and weld quality must conform.
  • Uses weld fixtures, gauges, and jigs when applicable.
  • Performs welding on a wide variety of metals and alloys, including carbon steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
  • Assists with creating work instructions.
  • Completes first piece, in process, and final inspections using calipers, height gauges, protractors, and tape measures.
  • Cleans and organizes work area
QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee must qualify within 90 days of hire in the weld processes he/she will be performing. Qualification per WWI-102.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees and leads welders in the Power Products division. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Reports any problems and issues that arise to the Weld Supervisor and/or Fabrication Manager.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

One-year Technical Diploma; three to five years related experience and/or training and a High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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