Lead Hand - Welding Night Shift

Job Summary:
The Welding Lead Hand is responsible for overseeing and coordinating day-to-day operations on the production floor while completing Welding specific tasks. This role serves as the link between the production supervisor/manager and the production team, ensuring the efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing of products.

 Responsibility:
 

• Read, understand, and follow job order specifications, engineering drawings (blueprints), and or work orders.  
• Independently weld multiple components with precision and accuracy, showcasing proficiency in executing welding tasks without direct supervision.  
• Set up all welding equipment and jigs in accordance with the specific material properties and welding requirements, ensuring optimal performance output.  
• Fabricate small parts as needed, showcasing proficiency in basic fabrication techniques utilizing equipment such as the ironworker, drill, and saw. 
• Oversee day-to-day operations on the production floor, ensuring that production goals, schedules, and quality standards are met
• Provide leadership to a team of production workers, including assigning tasks, managing workflow, and ensuring adherence to production schedules
• Offer guidance and on-the-job training to new and existing team members, communicating training needs to production supervisor
• Troubleshoot minor production issues and collaborate with production supervisor for more complex problems
• Monitor product quality and ensure all items produced meet established standards taking corrective action when required to prevent recurrence
• Assist the production supervisor in preparing reports on production performance, resource usage, and other relevant metrics
• Participate in plant opening and lockup procedures as required
• Ensure adherence to company policies, health, safety, and environmental regulations  

• Other duties as assigned by production supervisor 

   

Academic/Educational Requirements:

• A high school education diploma or certificate is preferred 

Required Skills/Experience:

• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience is required 

• 3-5 Years of Welding Experience is considered an asset

• 1-2 years in a leadership role is considered an asset  

• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, safety standards, and quality control procedures

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal 

• Excellent leadership skills  

• Strong organization, time management and planning skills  

• Proficiency in basic computer software (Microsoft Office, ERP systems etc.) 

• First aid certified

Note: This role is a Night Shift Position and will pay a Night Shift Premium of $2.20 per hour

Wage Range: $27.00 - $36.00  

What Linamar Has to Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us:

At Salford Group, a Linamar Company, we are industry leaders in agricultural equipment innovation, committed to advancing farming practices through precision technology. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and customer success, we cultivate a collaborative work environment where employees can grow and make a global impact