Welding Supervisor

Description

Join our expanding team!

Ameripipe Supply, Inc. is a leading distributor of pipe, valves, fittings, tanks, and industrial supplies, proudly serving a wide range of industries. With deep local roots and national reach through the Venturi Supply platform, our mission is to deliver the critical materials, custom solutions, and reliable service our customers depend on.

At the heart of everything we do is our people. From the shop floor and counter to the job site and field, our team’s expertise, commitment, and problem-solving mindset set us apart. Their dedication fuels our service, drives our accuracy, and ensures every order is handled with care and urgency.

Backed by strategically located branches, a vast inventory, in-house fabrication capabilities, and decades of real-world experience, our teams connect infrastructure and industry to the essential resources they need to operate safely, efficiently, and successfully. We’re more than a distributor—we’re a trusted partner built on strong relationships, operational know-how, and a relentless focus on customer success.

Venturi Supply

Venturi Supply is the parent company to a national network of distributors specializing in pipe, valves, fittings, tanks, and industrial supplies, proudly serving a wide range of industries. With deep local roots and national reach through the Venturi Supply platform, our mission is to deliver the critical materials, custom solutions, and reliable service our customers depend on.

At the heart of everything we do is our people. From the shop floor and counter to the job site and field, it’s our team’s expertise, commitment, and problem-solving mindset that set us apart. Their dedication fuels our service, drives our accuracy, and ensures every order is handled with care and urgency.

Backed by strategically located branches, a vast inventory, in-house fabrication capabilities, and decades of real-world experience, our teams connect infrastructure and industry to the essential resources they need to operate safely, efficiently, and successfully. We’re more than a distributor—we’re a trusted partner built on strong relationships, operational know-how, and a relentless focus on customer success.

Role Overview

The Fabrication Supervisor supervises a team of welders and fabricators who work on the necessary component parts of a piping fabrication that supports the organization’s production goals and objectives while meeting and/or exceeding customer expectations.

Lead Responsibilities

• Leading and motivating the team to achieve performance goals.
• Setting clear objectives and expectations for team members.
• Providing coaching, support, and feedback to enhance team performance.
• Ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Acting as a liaison between upper management and staff.
• Analyzing performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement.
• Implementing strategic initiatives to achieve organizational goals.
• Addresses personnel issues with management and fosters a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Directs entire fabrication production workflow and maintains fabrication worker schedules and coverage.
• Reads and oversees interpretations of blueprints and drawings to build designed fabrications.
• Demonstrates understanding of core welding technologies and educates team.
• Enforces established safety guidelines, promotes a safe workplace, and performs weekly safety meetings.
• Identifies, documents, and implements opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area.
• Performs additional duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required, College Degree preferred.
• Previous Forklift certification preferred.
• Certified in GMAW or FCAW ASME IX required. GTAW ASME IX preferred.
• 3 or more years of fabrication supervision experience in the same or similar industry required.
• 1 or more years successfully supervising a team of 5 to 15 employees.
• Computer literate; Proficient with MS Office 365.
• Ability to effectively communicate [written and verbal].
• Thrives in a collaborative team environment.
• Detailed oriented work style comfortable with multiple priorities being juggled while maintaining a consistent work approach.
• Physical requirements: Lift/push/pull 50 lbs., bend twist, stand for extended periods of time. Climb and reach for items, use overhead crane, forklift, and endure frequent exposure to outside weather co