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FM Industries

$100 - $145/hr

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification/Training * Lean Manufacturing Certification ... Working knowledge of machining, assembly, inspection, cleanroom manufacturing, welding, anodizing ...

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C & J Contracting, Inc.

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Senior Project Manager Commercial Construction

San Jose, CA · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

... welding symbols · Knowledgeable in Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical rough-in through trim-out ... managing several projects at once · Organized and able to manage time effectively · Able to ...

TEAM, Inc.

Certified Welding Inspector

Benicia, CA · On-site

$33 - $44.50/hr

... services, project management or leadership roles. * A performance-driven, safety-first culture ... Monitor welding activities to ensure adherence to approved procedures, standards, and client ...

Essel

Project/Program Manager

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

Are you looking for the next step in your Project/Program management career? Or are you a mid ... Knowledge of fabrication methods including fitting, welding, and cutting methods is a plus Benefits ...

Essel

Project/Program Manager

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

Are you looking for the next step in your Project/Program management career? Or are you a mid ... Knowledge of fabrication methods including fitting, welding, and cutting methods is a plus Benefits ...

Essel

Project/Program Manager

Santa Fe Springs, CA

Are you looking for the next step in your Project/Program management career? Or are you a mid ... Knowledge of fabrication methods including fitting, welding, and cutting methods is a plus Benefits ...

The Crucible

Welding Instructor / TA

Oakland, CA · On-site

$25 - $27.50/hr

Welding Instructor / TA Status: Non-Exempt, hourly, part-time Reports to: Welding Department Head ... Ability to manage classroom dynamics + multiple ongoing projects. This is an hourly, part-time ...

The Crucible

Welding Instructor / TA

Oakland, CA

$25 - $27.50/hr

Welding Instructor / TA Status: Non-Exempt, hourly, part-time Reports to: Welding Department Head ... Ability to manage classroom dynamics + multiple ongoing projects. This is an hourly, part-time ...

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How much do welding project manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for welding project manager in California is $29.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.03 and $33.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a welding project manager do?

A welding project manager oversees welding projects from planning to completion, coordinating teams, ensuring safety standards, and managing budgets and schedules. They often review blueprints, monitor quality control, and ensure compliance with industry regulations, requiring strong leadership and technical knowledge of welding processes and tools.

What is the difference between Welding Project Manager vs Welding Supervisor?

AspectWelding Project ManagerWelding Supervisor
CertificationsWelding certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Supervisor), project management credentialsWelding certifications, supervisory training
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects, coordinates teams, manages budgetsSupervises daily welding operations, directs welders on-site
ResponsibilitiesPlanning, scheduling, client communication, project deliveryMonitoring welding quality, safety compliance, team supervision

The Welding Project Manager focuses on planning and overseeing entire welding projects, including client communication and budget management. In contrast, the Welding Supervisor handles daily on-site welding activities, ensuring quality and safety. Both roles require welding certifications, but the Project Manager emphasizes project coordination, while the Supervisor concentrates on operational supervision.

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Welding Supervisor - Manufacturing Company

Your SmartSource

Santa Maria, CA

$93K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Company Profile:

Melfred Borzall is a modern manufacturing company based in Santa Maria, California. We design and manufacture high-quality horizontal directional drilling tools used to install underground infrastructure throughout the world. We are seeking an experienced Welding Supervisor to lead a skilled team of welders and fabricators.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Welding Supervisor will lead a skilled team in producing high-quality Horizontal Directional Drilling tools. The ideal candidate will provide oversight for the team, quality, safety and execution within a modern manufacturing environment that includes robotic welding and an advanced fabrication process.

The core focus will be on providing oversight and continuous improvement involving robotic welding cells; MIG and flux-core welding; hardfacing and MIG carbide hardfacing; brazing; plasma table cutting, sawing, drilling and part preparation.

Duties / Responsibilities:

Lead, train and mentor a team of 15+ full-time welders and interns;

Assign work, plan schedules and coordinate priorities to meet production goals;

Oversee the quality process and ensure compliance with AWS / ASME standards;

Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all welding operations;

Collaborate with the Engineering, Machining and Operations departments, to execute work efficiently;

Oversee welding equipment, including robotic welding cells;

Maintain records for inspections, certifications and productivity metrics;

Drive continuous improvement in quality, safety and efficiency.

Qualifications:

At least 7 years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment;

Proven successful experience supervising or leading welders;

Strong working knowledge of MIG / flux-core welding processes;

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols and specifications;

Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and accountability;

Experience with robotic welding systems, preferred;

AWS certifications (CWI), a plus;

Lean manufacturing exposure, a plus;

Familiarity with solid modeling or design concepts, preferred;

Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and coaching engineers and production teams;

Excellent project management skills;

Astute oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;

Exceptional organizational, analytical, time management, problem-solving, multi-tasking and attention to detail skills;

Ability to work effectively alone and within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Working Hours:

7:00AM -3:30PM, Monday - Friday

Compensation:

$93K - $105K DOE annual base salary, for this full-time exempt position

Benefits:

Medical 85% paid for employee; 65% paid for dependents by company;

Life insurance paid 100% by company for employee;

16 days of paid time off annually (can be used for sick and/or vacation);

Week off paid between Christmas and New Year;

6 paid public holidays;

401k profit sharing plan;

Paid education reimbursement.

Location:

Santa Maria, CA – onsite position only

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