Welding Shop Supervisor
hace 9 días
Charleston
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: • Supervise and coordinate daily activities of welding and fabrication personnel., • Assign work, monitor productivity, and ensure projects are completed on schedule., • Train, mentor, and support the development of welding team members., • Promote and enforce all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements., • Perform and oversee welding using SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux-Core), and GTAW (TIG) processes., • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and weld symbols., • Conduct quality inspections to ensure work meets company and customer standards., • Ensure proper maintenance, inspection, and safe operation of shop equipment and tools, • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. What You Need to Be Successful: • High school diploma or equivalent required., • Minimum of 2 to 4 years of prior supervisory or lead experience in a welding or fabrication environment., • Minimum 4 years of experience in welding, manufacturing, or related fields., • Working knowledge and certification in Stick and MIG welding; proficiency in Flux-Cored and TIG welding., • Knowledge of various steel materials used in fabrication., • Proficient in welding, fabrication, and precision alignment techniques., • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics., • Basic computer skills are required., • Demonstrated knowledge of the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) and American Weld Society (ASW) weld symbols, • Effective communication and coaching skills to work with individuals from all levels of the organization., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment., • Knowledge of crane rigging and proper hand signaling., • Demonstrates strong integrity and reliability to independently handle critical tasks such as plant repair, setup, or dismantling., • Previous experience managing purchase order requests, securing material quotes, and preparing accurate job quotes., • Valid Driver's License in state of residence., • Must be able to work varying work shifts with varying start and stop times., • Ability to travel up to 50%. Physical Demands:, • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and 75+ lbs. occasionally with assistance., • Prolonged standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working in various physical positions., • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust)., • Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces as required., • Manual dexterity to operate tools, precision instruments, and industrial equipment., • Ability to operate and safely maneuver forklifts, cranes, boom lifts, and other mobile equipment. What We Offer:, • Competitive pay, • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays, • 401(k) with Company Match, • Short-Term Disability (STD), • Long-Term Disability (LTD), • Company-Paid Life Insurance, • Voluntary insurance programs including Life, Critical Illness, Hospitalization, Accident and Pet Insurance. Interested in opportunities in other Knight's Companies locations? We're hiring across our other markets: • Lowcountry: Charleston/Jedburg/St. George/Moncks Corner, • Midlands: Columbia/Lexington/Irmo/Blythewood/Lugoff/Sumter, • South: Aiken/Hampton/Beaufort/Okatie/Richmond Hill/Savannah Visit our careers page to explore all openings: www.knightscompanies.com 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. EOE