Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Welding Supervisor to join our Target Rock Team, where you will lead continuous improvement initiatives in machining and welding fabrication processes while leveraging the latest technologies to enhance quality, performance, and safety culture.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and champion continuous improvement initiatives across machining and welding fabrication processes.
  • Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing technology and tooling.
  • Develop and maintain project plans for improvement activities.
  • Supervise the set-up and operation of new equipment.
  • Track project impact results and KPIs related to cost, quality, and throughput.
  • Ensure adherence to company and departmental procedures for quality and documentation.
  • Investigate new manufacturing technologies and provide recommendations.
  • Participate in planning and execution of lean manufacturing efforts.
  • Administer the welder workmanship program.

Requirements

  • Minimum ten years of experience with at least three years in supervisory or managerial roles.
  • Advanced education in welding and a minimum of ten years of hands-on experience as a welding application engineer.
  • Strong background in mechanical principles, machining practices, and material properties.
  • Strong drafting skills related to machine shop practices.
  • Knowledge of critical weld joints and hard surfacing deposits.
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • BSME degree or a BS degree with a concentration in mechanical or industrial technology.
  • Computer literate with CAD/CAM experience required.

Benefits

  • PTO
  • 401K
  • Health and Wellness Benefits
  • Learning and Development Opportunities
  • Referral Program
  • Competitive Pay
  • Recognition
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Additional Information

  • Location: East Farmingdale, NY
  • Salary range: $95,000 to $126,000

Benefits

PTO
401K
Health and Wellness Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Referral Program
Competitive Pay
Recognition
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Inclusive & Supportive Culture

How this job compares in US, US

Pay in context

At roughly $53/hr, this posting sits about 90% above the $28/hr median for welding jobs in US, US — toward the top of a $24–$32/hr middle band drawn from 26 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 96% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. Pay that far above local median usually comes attached to something: a harder cert requirement, travel, night shift, or overtime that isn't really optional. Worth establishing which before you accept.

The local market in US, US

We're tracking 26 other active welding openings in US, US right now, from 24 different employers. 4 of them were added in the last week. Across US as a whole we're tracking 26 other active welding openings from 24 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in US.

The most active employers in US at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Blue Origin (2) and Valmont Industries (2). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for TIG. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

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