Steel Welding Supervisor
Company: St. Johns Ship Building
Job Ref: # 528455
Date Posted: 3/18/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Palatka, FL
Salary: $20 - $30
Description
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Steel Welding Supervisor
About the Role
What You'll Do
- Lead and coordinate daily operations of the steel welding department
- Plan, prioritize, and manage production schedules to meet project deadlines
- Monitor staffing levels and adjust workforce to maintain productivity
- Supervise, hire, train, evaluate, and support welding team members
- Maintain employee records, evaluations, and disciplinary documentation
- Ensure production goals for cost, quality, and output are consistently met
- Coordinate with 2nd shift and weekend supervisors to ensure continuity
- Inspect fit-ups, tank shells, and completed welds for quality and compliance
- Manage material flow to support continuous production
- Request and manage supplies, tools, and equipment
- Partner with Production Manager on outsourcing needs when required
- Recommend improvements to processes, equipment, and product quality
- Oversee maintenance and proper operation of welding equipment
- Perform and support hands-on welding, layout, and plasma cutting as needed
- Ensure welds meet airtight, watertight, and fuel-tight standards
- Read and interpret blueprints, weld schedules, and technical drawings
- Collaborate with QA/QC and inspection teams to ensure compliance
- Enforce safety protocols and proper use of PPE and equipment
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and identify defective materials
Must-Have Skills and Experience
- Minimum 5 years of welding experience in a shipyard, marine, or heavy industrial environment
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience
- AWS or ABS welding certification required
- Strong knowledge of welding processes (MIG, TIG, flux-core, etc.)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical specifications
- Experience managing production schedules and workforce planning
- Hands-on experience with welding equipment, tools, and fabrication processes
- Strong understanding of safety standards and industrial best practices
- Experience inspecting weld quality and ensuring compliance with specifications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (basic reporting and tracking)
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience in shipbuilding or marine vessel repair
- Familiarity with automated welding equipment
- Experience working with QA/QC teams and inspection authorities
- Knowledge of air-arc gouging and advanced fabrication techniques
- Prior experience managing budgets or departmental performance metrics
Who You Are
- A hands-on leader who leads from the floor and supports the team directly
- Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and safety
- A proactive problem-solver who can adjust quickly to production demands
- Accountable and reliable, with a strong sense of ownership over team performance
Additional Details
- Schedule: First Shift
- Salary Range: Starting at $35/hour (based on experience)
- Travel: None specified
- Certifications: AWS or ABS Welding Certification required





























