Welder Lead - 2nd Shift

 

Do you take pride in leading a team and ensuring high-quality craftsmanship? Are you a detail-oriented problem solver with a passion for efficiency and continuous improvement? Do you want to work in a company where your voice matters, and your leadership makes an impact?

 

If you answered yes to these questions, we should talk!

 

At ASSA ABLOY, we don’t just build products … we build careers. We’re expanding our team and looking for a Welding Lead to help launch and lead our brand-new 2nd shift team. This is your opportunity to shape processes, train talent, and play a key role in delivering top-quality products to our customers.

 

This position will be on-site based out of our South Central regional manufacturing facility or Service Center located in Mesquite, Texas.

 

We are growing and there has never been a more exciting time to join us!

Come see who we are at: https://www.assaabloy.com/group/en/about-us

What would you do as our Welding Lead – 2nd Shift?

You’ll be responsible for ensuring quality production, team leadership, and workflow efficiency.

 

You will also:

• Lead and Train: Coach and develop a skilled welding team to meet production goals.
• Ensure Quality and Accuracy: Oversee welding operations to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction.
• Optimize Workflow: Manage scheduling and resources to ensure on-time delivery.
• Collaborate and Solve Problems: Work with technical teams to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.
• Safety First: Maintain and enforce strict safety practices to keep our team safe.
• Hands-On Production: Be ready to jump in and assist with welding and production work when needed.

• Schedule: Help to schedule manpower to ensure on time delivery.
• Other projects as needed
• Maintain a safe and harmonious working environment holding self and others accountable to ASSA ABLOY standards.
• Assure compliance with federal, provincial, local and corporate policies, regulations, AADG programs and policies and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct

 

The Skills and Experience you need:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Experience in welding & metal fabrication – You know the ins and outs of shop tools, equipment, and processes.
• Leadership skills – You have experience mentoring, training, and leading teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Problem-solving mindset – You take initiative and find solutions to keep things running smoothly.
• Attention to detail – Quality and precision matter to you.
• Physical capability – Able to lift up to 75 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in a hands-on environment.
• Basic computer skills – Comfortable using digital tools for tracking and reporting.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, and sketches
• Experience using forklift, hand truck, etc. (certification required – training and testing provided if needed)
• Familiarity in First Aid a plus

 

What we offer!

We are passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us. Here are some highlights of what we have to offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending, Employee Assistance Program, discount portal, recognition and well-being programs … just to name