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Wilcox Machine Company

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WELD SHOP SUPERVISOR

Bell Gardens, CA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

We specialize in welding/fabrication and machining of large scale (up to 120,000 pounds), prototype ... Strong blueprint reading and shop math skills. * Experience with layouts of large fabrications.

Eaton

Machine Shop Operator - 3rd Shift

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$23.40/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Machine Shop Operator - 3rd Shift role offers a 32.5 hour work week with a $3.00/hour shift ... welding, soldering, and similar equipment to fabricate products • Grind and buff seams, joints ...

Pen Manufacturing

Senior Welder - (1st Shift)

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $27/hr

Skilled in operating machine shop tools such as grinders, cutters, and drills. * A team player with a problem-solving mindset and a strong work ethic. * Knowledge of welding safety regulations and ...

Pen Manufacturing

Senior Welder - (2nd Shift)

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$20.75 - $25.25/hr

Skilled in operating machine shop tools such as grinders, cutters, and drills. * A team player with a problem-solving mindset and a strong work ethic. * Knowledge of welding safety regulations and ...

TEAM, Inc.

Shop Welder

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$52K - $72K/yr

Operates or tends welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products and ... Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels * Must be ...

Bloom Energy

Welder

Fremont, CA · On-site

$28.02 - $40.32/hr

Maintain all machine shop equipment * Notify management of shop consumables (i.e. cutting oils, welding gasses, tooling and bits, etc) in order to maintain inventories * Create assembly and ...

Bloom Energy

Welder

Fremont, CA · On-site

$28.02 - $40.32/hr

Maintain all machine shop equipment * Notify management of shop consumables (i.e. cutting oils, welding gasses, tooling and bits, etc) in order to maintain inventories * Create assembly and ...

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AspectWelding Machine ShopWelder
CredentialsCertifications in welding techniques, safety, and equipment operationWelding certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Welder)
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Employer & Industry UsageEmploys multiple welders, manages welding equipment and projectsPerforms welding tasks directly on projects or in shops

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WELD SHOP SUPERVISOR

Wilcox Machine Company

Bell Gardens, CA • On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life

Posted 27 days ago

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Job description

Wilcox Machine Company, a Los Angeles based, large job shop machine shop, is searching for a foreman to supervise our welding operations. We specialize in welding/fabrication and machining of large scale (up to 120,000 pounds), prototype and short run production parts and assemblies. Our diverse customer base spans commercial, government, and aerospace industries. We operate two shifts per day in an 80,000 square foot facility. Founded in the 1950s, Wilcox Machine continues to offer high quality, cost effective manufacturing services to all of our valued customers.

Responsibilities primarily consist of directing the efforts of 7 to 10 welders, and interfacing with other foremen, planners, and occasionally, customers. Candidates should have experience with the following:

  • Must be familiar with ASME Sect. IX, AWS D1.1, and AWS D17.1 codes.
  • Proper selection of specific weld procedures for specific applications.
  • Able to develop and qualify new weld procedures and certify welders.
  • Familiar with TIG, MIG, and Submerged Arc processes.
  • Strong blueprint reading and shop math skills.
  • Experience with layouts of large fabrications.
  • Prior hands-on welding experience.
  • Strong communication/people management skills.

This is a very hands-on job. Candidates should be energetic, highly motivated, and have strong people skills.

Compensation consists of a base salary, plus an incentive base bonus dependent upon company performance and personal effort. We also offer medical, dental, and 401K benefits.

Interested candidates should send resume, including employment history, via e-mail or fax to 562/806-4628.

Company Description

Wilcox Machine Company, has been a well-established machine shop in Los Angeles since 1956. We specialize in machining large commercial, aerospace, and government parts and assemblies, handling components ranging from a few hundred pounds to over 100,000 pounds. Our focus is on prototype and low-volume production work, and we are currently experiencing high demand with multiple large contracts and ongoing job shop work.