Welding Supervisor

SAW | MIG | Repair Welding | Fit-Up Operations

As 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.

• Lead, direct, and support welders and fitters across the night shift
• Assign work, set priorities, and ensure production targets are met
• Maintain discipline, accountability, and consistent performance across the team
• Monitor workflow and adjust resources as needed to meet production demands

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

• Enforce all safety policies and ensure proper use of PPE
• Maintain a safe working environment in a high‑risk, high‑heat setting
• Address unsafe behaviors immediately and consistently

• Train, coach, and develop welders and fitters
• Identify skill gaps and support improvement through hands‑on guidance
• Reinforce expectations around quality, productivity, and accountability

• Ensure equipment is maintained and used properly
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Communicate effectively with day shift leadership for continuity

• Minimum 5+ years of experience supervising welding or fabrication operations
• Strong technical knowledge of:
• Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) – long seam and girth seam
• MIG (GMAW), FCAW, and SMAW processes
• Repair welding and defect identification
• Pipe fitting and weld preparation
• Working knowledge of AWS, ASME, and API standards
• Ability to evaluate weld quality and troubleshoot issues in real time
• Proven leadership ability in a production or manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and decision‑making skills
• Ability to hold team members accountable while maintaining respect and professionalism
• Reliable and able to lead effectively during a 12‑hour night shift

• Experience in pipe manufacturing or pressure vessel environments
• Background working with NDE (X‑ray, UT) quality processes
• Experience improving production efficiency and reducing rework
• Prior experience developing or mentoring welders