2nd shift welding supervisor

Responsible for the management and coordination of the 2nd Shift Welding and

Fabrication department (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM). This role ensures the manufacturing of

stainless-steel food packaging equipment is consistent with CV-TEK's goals to improve

facility performance, throughput, and product standards. The supervisor provides

leadership to a team of TIG welders working primarily with 16ga up to 1 303 and 304

stainless steels.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Direct Manufacturing Operations: Plan, organize, and direct 2nd shift welding

and maintenance operations which ensure the most effective return on assets.

2. Food-Grade Quality: Ensure all assemblies meet strict tolerances for food-grade

welding and grinding. Assure attainment of production schedules while ensuring

product standards exceed our customers' expectations.

3. Cost & Manpower Management: Initiate plans and processes which minimize

manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment,

facilities, materials, and capital.

4. Problem Solving: Establish group and individual accountabilities throughout

assigned departments for problem solving and cost reduction. Encourage use of

new techniques and focus on fact-based problem solving.5. Technical Supervision: Oversee the assembly of components to strict tolerances

using TIG welding on 303 and 304 stainless. Maintain cosmetics and finish

requirements. Assist team members as needed to meet daily production goals.

6. Employee Relations: Assure that employees are fairly treated, all policies are

effectively administered, and that employee grievances are addressed in a timely

fashion.

7. Safety & Housekeeping: Continually improve safety record by addressing both

physical safety issues and employee safety attitudes. Maintain and improve

housekeeping in all welding areas.

8. Strategic Support: Implement manufacturing strategies and action plans to

ensure that the facility supports CV-TEK's strategic initiatives.

9. Professional Development: Maintain individual skills keeping up to date with

latest production and production management concepts.

Requirements

Experience: 8+ years of experience in welding and manufacturing fabrication,

with a minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience.

Technical Skills: Expert-level TIG welding ability; proficiency in reading and

understanding complex mechanical blueprints.

Leadership: Strong leadership skills, independent thinking, strong organizational

and planning abilities. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are

essential.

Physical: High energy level required; able to stand for long periods of time and

safely lift up to 50 pounds at varying frequencies.

Education: High School diploma or GED. Certificate in welding from accredited

school preferred but not required.

Equipment: Welding hood and work boots required.