Welding Lead (2nd Shift)

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UCT is seeking a highly skilled Welding Lead to join our team in Chandler, AZ.

The Welding Lead provides technical expertise, daily work direction, and mentorship to Welding Technicians (Welder I–IV) while performing advanced MIG and TIG welding on complex, close‑tolerance weldments in accordance with AWS standards.

This position owns floor execution of welding operations, ensuring production efficiency, quality compliance, and workforce effectiveness while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Oversight

• Lead, coach, and mentor Welders (Level I–IV), providing real-time technical guidance and development
• Assign and coordinate daily work based on production priorities, technician skill level, and weld schedules
• Serve as the primary escalation point for technical and production issues
• Support onboarding, training, and skill progression, including weld qualification readiness
• Reinforce accountability for safety, quality, and accurate production execution
  
  

Production & Technical Execution

• Perform advanced MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding on complex weldments across steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Interpret complex blueprints, AWS welding symbols, and GD&T to ensure precise fabrication
• Lead layout, fit-up, and fabrication of multi-component weldments with tight tolerances
• Ensure weldments meet AWS codes, blueprint requirements, and internal quality standards
• Verify proper setup and use of welding equipment in accordance with WPS
  
  

Operations, Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Execute and support weld schedules in partnership with supervision to meet production targets
• Utilize the labor tracking system to accurately capture job progress, time, and production activity
• Train and enforce consistent use of labor tracking tools to ensure data accuracy and accountability
• Monitor workflow and labor utilization to identify bottlenecks, improve efficiency, and support reporting
• Drive first-pass yield and reduce rework through proactive quality oversight
• Troubleshoot process, equipment, and build issues; implement corrective actions
• Generate, track, and close production action items
  
  

Quality & Safety

• Ensure compliance with AWS standards, internal quality requirements, and safety procedures
• Identify defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all safety rules and procedures; reinforce team adherence
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (technical discipline) or equivalent experience
• 4–6 years of MIG/TIG welding experience in a manufacturing environment (close‑tolerance weldments)
• 1–2 years of leadership experience (lead, trainer, or senior-level welder)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting or leading Welders across multiple levels (I–III/IV scope)
• Strong knowledge of AWS codes, weld symbols, and GD&T
• Experience with complex frame weldments and multi-material fabrication (steel, stainless, aluminum)
• Familiarity with labor tracking, MES, or ERP systems in a manufacturing environment
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving in welding and fabrication
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and work instructions
• Effective communication and leadership skills across all levels of the organization
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to train others on processes, tools, and systems
• Proficiency with welding equipment, hand tools, and grinders
• Intermediate computer skills
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work performed in a manufacturing and/or cleanroom environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks including bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs (more with assistance)
• Required to wear appropriate PPE
• Exposure to mechanical equipment, noise, and temperature variations
  
  

Additional Information

• Attendance is an essential job function
• This position is designated as Safety Sensitive (Arizona)
• Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs
  
  

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.