Job Description Job Description As the Weld Director at Lynch Brothers Manufacturing, you will play a pivotal role in leading our welding team to new heights of performance and excellence. This is a dynamic player-coach role, requiring hands-on involvement in welding processes while also providing strategic leadership and guidance to the team. Responsibilities: * Leadership: Lead, mentor, and coach a team of welders to ensure the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety in all welding operations. * Hands-on Involvement: Demonstrate expertise in resistance welding, orbital welding, fusion welding, and brazing by actively participating in welding activities alongside the team. * Compliance: Act as a pseudo compliance officer, ensuring strict adherence to Nadcap certification requirements, AWS D17.1, D17.2, Mil specs, and other relevant standards and specifications. * Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency gains, and quality enhancements in welding operations. Implement best practices and innovative techniques to continuously improve performance. * Quality Assurance: Oversee quality control measures to ensure that all welded components meet or exceed customer specifications and industry standards. * Training and Development: Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of the welding team. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. * Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as production, and quality assurance to coordinate welding activities and achieve organizational objectives. * Documentation: Maintain accurate records of welding processes, inspections, certifications, and compliance documentation. Qualifications: * Experience in resistance welding, orbital welding, fusion welding, and brazing. * Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a welding or fabrication setting. * Strong understanding of Nadcap certification requirements, AWS D17.1, D17.2, Mil specifications, and other relevant standards. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. * Certification(s) in welding (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Inspector) is a plus. * Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields is a plus. Benefits: * Competitive salary * Health, dental, and vision insurance * Retirement plan * Paid time off * Professional development opportunities Join Lynch Brothers Manufacturing and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future. Apply now to embark on an exciting career journey with us!