~ YOUR AMERICAN FABRICATION PARTNER ~

Since 1995, Creative Metal Products (CMP) has been a trusted partner in metal fabrication. As a privately held, growth-oriented company, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative, high-quality products with speed and precision. From individual components to full assemblies, our team serves a wide range of industries with a focus on light- to medium-thickness metals.
We are seeking a Weld Department Supervisor to lead our welding operations, ensuring excellence in quality, productivity, and safety. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about developing both people and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate clear, measurable daily production plans for all shifts in collaboration with the Production Manager.
• Schedule and oversee all manual welding operations, ensuring efficiency and on-time delivery.
• Manage weld kitting processes to ensure operators have accurate, complete kits to maximize productivity and reduce downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase departmental throughput, accuracy, and efficiency.

Quality & Safety Oversight

• Maintain strict oversight of all weld quality standards and inspection requirements.
• Guide operators and leads in corrective/preventive actions to address root causes and uphold product quality.
• Enforce all safety rules, model safe work practices, and ensure participation in all required safety trainings.

Team Leadership & Employee Relations

• Provide top-notch leadership by setting clear expectations, coaching employees, and creating a culture of accountability.
• Hold team members accountable for performance, conduct, and adherence to company policies.
• Partner with Human Resources on recruitment, weld testing, interviews, employee relations, and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct regular timecard reviews, ensuring accuracy and compliance with labor standards.
• Lead performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to support employee growth and development.
• Foster strong communication, motivation, and collaboration across shifts and departments.

Talent Development & Recruitment

• Partner with high schools, colleges, and workforce programs to build and sustain pipelines for skilled welders.
• Mentor and support employees to advance technical skills, safety knowledge, and career growth within CMP.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing.
• CWI or CAWI certification preferred; expert ability to read and interpret blueprints required.
• Proven supervisory experience within a welding or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of multiple welding processes (MIG, TIG, FCAW, Stick welding, soldering).
• Mechanical knowledge including pipe threading, rigging, machining, plasma cutting, and basic math.
• Skilled in precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Proficient in fabrication and assembly techniques.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other heavy machinery safely.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a track record of motivating diverse teams.
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

• Develop and communicate clear, measurable daily production plans for all shifts in collaboration with the Production Manager.
• Schedule and oversee all manual welding operations, ensuring efficiency and on-time delivery.
• Manage weld kitting processes to ensure operators have accurate, complete kits to maximize productivity and reduce downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase departmental throughput, accuracy, and efficiency