Knight’s Companies Inc.
Welding Shop Supervisor
- Jedburg
- Full-time
- Posted
Skills
Job description
Since 1969, Knight’s Companies has grown from a single septic tank pumping truck into a trusted, family-owned leader in construction and manufacturing services. Built on quality, integrity, and customer service, Knight’s Companies is committed to excellence across its Redi-Mix, Precast, Trucking, and Pumping operations.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Welding Shop Supervisor to lead our welding and fabrication operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee a dynamic team, ensure the highest standards of safety and quality, and contribute to the successful design, fabrication, and repair of structural components. If you are a skilled leader with technical expertise in welding and fabrication, we invite you to join our team and help drive excellence across our projects.
What You'll Do:
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Assign work, monitor productivity, and ensure projects are completed on schedule.
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Train, mentor, and support the development of welding team members.
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Promote and enforce all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
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Perform and oversee welding using SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux-Core), and GTAW (TIG) processes.
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Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and weld symbols.
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Conduct quality inspections to ensure work meets company and customer standards.
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Ensure proper maintenance, inspection, and safe operation of shop equipment and tools
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
What You Need to Be Successful:
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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Minimum of 2 to 4 years of prior supervisory or lead experience in a welding or fabrication environment.
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Minimum 4 years of experience in welding, manufacturing, or related fields.
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Working knowledge and certification in Stick and MIG welding; proficiency in Flux-Cored and TIG welding.
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Knowledge of various steel materials used in fabrication.
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Proficient in welding, fabrication, and precision alignment techniques.
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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
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Basic computer skills are required.
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Demonstrated knowledge of the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) and American Weld Society (ASW) weld symbols
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Effective communication and coaching skills to work with individuals from all levels of the organization.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
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Valid Driver’s License in state of residence.
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Must be able to work varying work shifts with varying start and stop times.
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Ability to travel up to 50%.
Physical Demands :
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and 75+ lbs. occasionally with assistance.
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Prolonged standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working in various physical positions.
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Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust).
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Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces as required.
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Manual dexterity to operate tools, precision instruments, and industrial equipment.
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Ability to operate and safely maneuver forklifts, cranes, boom lifts, and other mobile equipment.
What We Offer:
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Join our team and be part of a company that values safety, hard work and professionalism. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and comprehensive benefits to help you succeed in your career.
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