Welding Shop Supervisor

Knight's Companies Inc.

  • Summerville, SC
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    Built on quality, integrity, and customer service, Knight's Companies is committed to excellence across its Redi-Mix, Precast, Trucking, and Pumping operations. 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.

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    LocationSummerville, SC

    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

     

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