Shop Lead/Welder

JOB DESCRIPTION

Shop Lead / Welder

About Arcadia LLC.

Arcadia LLC. is an innovator in specialty manufacturing and design, recognized for precision, quality, and customized solutions across a variety of industries. From architectural elements that enhance commercial spaces to advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions, Arcadia brings complex designs to life through skilled craftsmanship, innovation, and teamwork.

Summary

The Shop Lead / Welder oversees daily shop operations while performing hands-on welding, fabrication, assembly, material handling, and quality control duties. This position leads by example, coordinates workflow, supports production employees, and ensures safety, quality, and production deadlines are met.

Responsibilities

· Lead and coordinate daily shop floor activities to meet production schedules and quality standards.

· Assign work, monitor workflow, and communicate priorities and production issues to management.

· Train, coach, and support shop employees while promoting safety, teamwork, and accountability.

· Perform welding, fabrication, assembly, and installation of structural components, frames, doors, windows, and related products.

· Read and follow drawings, purchase orders, measurements, and work instructions.

· Operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, forklifts, and other machinery as authorized.

· Inspect materials and finished products for quality, damage, and accuracy.

· Load, unload, organize, stage, pack, and secure materials and finished products for shipment.

· Maintain a clean and safe work environment and comply with OSHA and company safety requirements.

· Identify production, quality, and workflow issues and assist with corrective actions and process improvements.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

· 3+ years of manufacturing, welding, fabrication, or assembly experience.

· Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.

· Ability to read basic drawings and perform basic mathematical calculations.

· Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Forklift certification and welding certification/training preferred.

· Welding Process

Physical Requirements

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

· Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical tasks.

· Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Arcadia Inc. is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Arcadia LLC. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without reg