Welder

Welding Lead – 1st Shift

📍 Ludlow Manufacturing
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Summary

The Welding Lead is responsible for joining materials using proper welding techniques to meet customer requirements and quality standards. This position requires strong technical ability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints to determine the correct welding process for each product.

• Select appropriate welding equipment and determine the proper welding sequence.

• Weld components to meet customer specifications and verify weld integrity using non-destructive testing methods.

• Accurately record completed quantities and production data in the ERP system.

• Measure final products to ensure conformance with customer blueprints.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

• Perform daily and weekly preventive maintenance as assigned.

• Promote safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous quality improvement in accordance with company policies.

• Exhibit leadership through integrity, initiative, and teamwork; foster a respectful and positive workplace culture.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues quickly; develops effective solutions.

• Technical Skills: Builds and shares technical knowledge; applies expertise to improve processes.

• Interpersonal Skills: Communicates effectively, maintains confidentiality, and handles conflict constructively.

• Teamwork: Encourages collaboration, gives and receives feedback, and supports team goals.

• Ethics & Professionalism: Acts with integrity, respect, and accountability.

• Quality & Safety: Maintains high standards for workmanship and adheres to all safety procedures.

• Dependability: Meets attendance standards and follows through on commitments.

• Adaptability: Adjusts to changing priorities and works effectively under pressure.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 3–5 years of welding experience or completion of a 4-year accredited welding program.

• Strong blueprint reading skills and knowledge of weld symbols.

Preferred:

• Welding certification from an accredited institution.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, product and component specifications, data sheets, and procedure manuals.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range : $19– $30 per hour, based on experience

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• IRA with Company Match

• Life Insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability

• MetLaw & LifeLock Programs

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holiday