Welding Foreman

TruBlu HR Solutions is seeking an experienced Welding Foreman with at least 7 years of welding and fabrication experience for a machine shop in the El Campo, TX area. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for supervising the welding department while actively participating in fabrication and welding operations. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with extensive knowledge of welding processes, blueprint interpretation, and quality control in a machine shop environment.

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead a skilled team while remaining involved in day-to-day production, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead daily activities of the welding and fabrication team.
• Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications.
• Oversee fabrication projects from layout through final inspection.
• Ensure all welds meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Train, mentor, and develop welders and fabrication personnel.
• Coordinate daily production schedules to meet deadlines.
• Work closely with machinists on precision fabrication and repair projects.
• Enforce workplace safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Inspect completed work and troubleshoot fabrication or welding issues as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of welding and fabrication experience.
• Previous lead, foreman, or supervisory experience required.
• Strong experience with MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Experience welding steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Ability to read blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, measuring tools, and quality control.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in a machine shop or custom fabrication environment preferred.
• AWS Certification is a plus.
• High School Diploma or GED required.