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Welding Supervisor
<p><strong>Are you the person everyone calls when the weld doesn&#39;t look right, the schedule is off track, or the team needs direction?</strong></p><p>We&#39;re looking for a <strong>Welding Supervisor</strong> who knows the difference between managing people and leading them. Someone who can coach a welder, solve a production problem, enforce safety standards, and still keep the day moving when priorities change.</p><p>You&#39;ll lead a team of skilled trades professionals in a busy repair environment, providing hands-on support, technical guidance, and leadership that keeps quality high, repairs moving, and employees engaged. If you&#39;ve successfully led unionized teams, enjoy developing people, and aren&#39;t afraid to roll up your sleeves when needed, we&#39;d like to hear from you.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Supervise, coach, and mentor hourly employees in a production and repair environment.</li><li>Provide welding technique training and ongoing skills development to team members.</li><li>Address employee concerns and act as the first point of contact for conflict resolution.</li><li>Provide coaching, corrective action, and performance feedback when required.</li><li>Escalate complex employee relations and performance matters to plant leadership.</li><li>Serve as the facility&#39;s technical expert for welding and repair operations.</li><li>Organize work activities and assign repair orders to maximize efficiency and productivity.</li><li>Coordinate labour resources and determine work assignments based on priorities and repair requirements.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex repair challenges and provide guidance to employees and management.</li><li>Prepare labour estimates for non-standard work activities.</li><li>Monitor workflow and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.</li><li>Partner with office staff and leadership teams to coordinate operational priorities and workforce requirements.</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and employee engagement.</li><li>Contribute to facility goals by identifying opportunities for operational excellence.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent.</li><li>Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, repair, maintenance, or industrial environment.</li><li>Strong hands-on welding experience with the ability to train and mentor others.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and a strong safety performance record.</li></ul><p>What we offer:</p><ul><li>Salary based on experience 75,000-92,000</li><li>day and afternoon rotation</li><li>3 weeks vacation plus 10 personal days </li><li>paid overtime</li><li>RSP matching </li></ul>
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  • Sarnia, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 92000 CAD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Are you the person everyone calls when the weld doesn&#39;t look right, the schedule is off track, or the team needs direction?</strong></p><p>We&#39;re looking for a <strong>Welding Supervisor</strong> who knows the difference between managing people and leading them. Someone who can coach a welder, solve a production problem, enforce safety standards, and still keep the day moving when priorities change.</p><p>You&#39;ll lead a team of skilled trades professionals in a busy repair environment, providing hands-on support, technical guidance, and leadership that keeps quality high, repairs moving, and employees engaged. If you&#39;ve successfully led unionized teams, enjoy developing people, and aren&#39;t afraid to roll up your sleeves when needed, we&#39;d like to hear from you.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Supervise, coach, and mentor hourly employees in a production and repair environment.</li><li>Provide welding technique training and ongoing skills development to team members.</li><li>Address employee concerns and act as the first point of contact for conflict resolution.</li><li>Provide coaching, corrective action, and performance feedback when required.</li><li>Escalate complex employee relations and performance matters to plant leadership.</li><li>Serve as the facility&#39;s technical expert for welding and repair operations.</li><li>Organize work activities and assign repair orders to maximize efficiency and productivity.</li><li>Coordinate labour resources and determine work assignments based on priorities and repair requirements.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex repair challenges and provide guidance to employees and management.</li><li>Prepare labour estimates for non-standard work activities.</li><li>Monitor workflow and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.</li><li>Partner with office staff and leadership teams to coordinate operational priorities and workforce requirements.</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and employee engagement.</li><li>Contribute to facility goals by identifying opportunities for operational excellence.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

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