Weld Department Manager

Job Title: Weld Department Manager

For nearly 30 years, Ducworks has established itself as a leading custom metal manufacturer and fabricator. Our diverse capabilities include machining, welding, sheet metal, coatings, assembly, testing and installation. With such a wide range of capabilities our employees obtain broad exposure to a variety of processes and the opportunity to learn, develop new skills and progress within the company.

Our exciting projects include aerospace tooling to support NASA missions to the moon and Mars, dry dock structures for nuclear submarine maintenance at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, and high-end ornamental, and structural metals for temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints worldwide. Notable past and current projects include the City Creek retractable roof in Salt Lake City, Disney World’s Flight of Avatar amusement ride, and the Salt Lake Temple seismic upgrade and remodel.

We are seeking a Weld Shop Manager to lead our fast-paced, highly skilled welding department. This role requires a hands-on leader who is committed to safety, quality, productivity, and building a disciplined, high-performing team.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives on the shop floor, understands complex welding processes, and can coordinate people, workflow, and resources to meet production goals.

Essential Job Functions Include:

· Overseeing safety in the department for both in-shop and field, maintain equipment, tools, and keep a clean, safe work environment.

· Coordinating and scheduling the department’s work using Global Shop ERP system

· Understanding technical documents such as drawings, prints and specifications

· Conducting department meetings and daily stand-up meeting to plan the day’s work and keep everyone on the same page.

· Attending production meetings

· Ensuring department work meets customer and company quality standards

· Consistent and reliable attendance

· Conducting employee performance reviews

· Meeting schedules and production targets

· Reporting of various administrative items

· Willingness to work hands-on alongside department employees

· Assist with hiring, onboarding, evaluations, corrective actions, and training.

Requirements:

· Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma

· Mechanical aptitude and keen understanding of safety and quality control

· The Manager must be able to properly use hand tools, paint equipment and read and understand blueprints.

· Strong ability and experience in leadership with at least 2 years’ experience in a management position.

· Experience in welding, fabrication and similar industries.

Competencies:

• Leadership
• Humility
• Attention to detail.
• Dependability
• Able to motivate and mentor others.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Innovation, creativity, and alternative thinking to develop new ideas and answers to work-related problems.
• Written communication skills.
• Interpersonal Awareness.
• Proven competence in welding processes and understanding weld quality requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Leadership: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person