Welding SupervisorHouston, TX

The Welding Supervisor assists Management in coordinating, monitoring welding activities in the Field and Workshop. The Welding Supervisor trains and actively supports the welding repair operation. Liaise with OEM MCC on possible repair procedures and personally performs welding repairs. The Welding Supervisor must enforce strict welding standards and procedures set out by OEM MCC and Liebherr USA.

Responsibilities

• Lays out metal stock or workpieces to indicate location, dimensions, and tolerances necessary for further processing
• Reads and apply blueprints, sketches, models, or other written specifications to identify and mark component reference points and compute layout dimensions to build and check custom work pieces and assemblies.
• Uses measuring instruments such as gauge blocks, height gauges, dial indicators and non-contact dimensional scanning technology to examine workpieces to verify such requirements as dimensions, proper angles and specifications.
• Initiate and supervise training using AWS CWI standards.
• Train new welders using LH standards and ISO standards in coordination with OEM MCC standards.
• Able to obtain LWN welding certification.
• Able to hold United States AWS D1.1 certification.
• Able to use computer system to locate parts necessary to make repairs on Liebherr equipment.
• Knowledge of ERP system
• Able to train welders to hand fit tubes.
• Train and supervise how to complete repairs correctly.
• Maintain contact with customers on repairs needed.
• Maintain contact with factory on bigger repairs.
• Schedule repairs with priority needs in mind for the shop floor.
• Schedule repairs with priority needs in the field.
• Travel to different locations in the US to make repairs.
• Order supplies needed to make sure welders don’t run out of consumables.
• Pull drawings for welding repairs.
• Enforce and comply with 6S procedures and policies.
• Make parts list for quotes that will be given to customers.
• Keep welders informed on coming jobs.
• Obtain the skills and knowledge needed on how to complete repairs.
• Inspection of damaged equipment in shop and field.
• Supervisory Duties:
• Manages Direct Reports and Repair Welders.
• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of Repair Welding team.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Enforces and comply with 6S procedures and policies.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies

• High school diploma or GED (2-year degree is preferred) with 5-7 years of experience in the GMAW or SMAW and TIG welding process. CWI Certification required.
• CWI-Standards and inspection techniques (AWS codes, visual inspections, basic of NDT. VT Certification, MP or PT certification.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver license and passport.

Our Offer

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Alden.

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