Welder Team Leader

Position Overview

Australia Farm Innovations, Inc is seeking a Welder Team Leader who is responsible for supervising and coordinating the daily activities of the welding and fabrication team to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. The role involves planning workloads, monitoring productivity, providing technical guidance, and ensuring all welding operations comply with company procedures and safety regulations.

Production & Operations

• Supervise and coordinate daily welding and fabrication activities.
• Assign tasks and monitor work progress to ensure production schedules are achieved.
• Interpret engineering drawings, fabrication plans, and welding specifications.
• Ensure all fabricated products meet required quality standards and customer specifications.
• Monitor material usage and minimize waste during production.

Team Leadership

• Lead, train, and mentor welders and fabrication personnel.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, and productivity.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, and continuous improvement within the department.

Quality Control

• Inspect welding work to ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
• Identify defects and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure proper welding procedures and fabrication techniques are consistently followed.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce workplace safety policies and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ensure welding equipment and tools are properly maintained and safely operated.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and promptly address safety concerns.
• Promote a safe and organized working environment.

Reporting & Coordination

• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and other departments regarding project requirements and production schedules.
• Report production progress, delays, equipment issues, and manpower concerns to the Production Manager.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records.

Qualifications

• Holder of a valid NC II Welding Certificate or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of welding and fabrication experience, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and people management skills.
• Skilled in various welding and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication plans.
• Knowledge of welding quality standards and inspection procedures.
• Familiarity with workplace safety regulations and safe welding practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial production environment.
• Experience supervising fabrication projects and coordinating production teams.
• Knowledge of fabrication equipment, welding machines, and metalworking tools.