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Crane Engineering · 15 hours ago

Lead Fabrication Welder

Kimberly, Wisconsin

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Crane Engineering is a family-oriented company based in the Midwest and East Coast, seeking a Lead Fabrication Welder to establish in-house welding capabilities. The role involves performing high-quality welding, developing procedures, and mentoring junior team members while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

Industrial AutomationIndustrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingMechanical Engineering

No H1B

Responsibilities

Demonstrate and promote Crane’s core values: Act with Integrity and Respect, Foster Teamwork, Focus on the Customer, Strive for Excellence and Innovation, Project Passion and Energy, and Have Fun

Perform high-quality welding in accordance with industry codes, company standards, and client specifications, with emphasis on process pipe welding

Take ownership of welding tasks from fit-up through final inspection, ensuring work is completed with minimal supervision

Actively participate in developing welding procedures, best practices, drawing formats/specifications and shop standards as we expand in-house welding capability

Identify opportunities to streamline fabrication processes and recommend improvements to supervision and engineering

Support new equipment/tooling setup and contribute input on shop layout for welding and fabrication efficiency

Serve as a subject-matter resource for proper stainless-steel welding techniques, purge quality, and fit-up best practices

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other trades to ensure proper fit-up and installation

Track job progress, document completed work and communicate updates to supervisors

Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and P&IDs to ensure accuracy in fabrication and assembly

Inspect in-process and completed work, identifying and correcting non-conformance issues before defects are passed downstream

Apply sound judgment to determine the most efficient and effective processes, balancing quality, safety, and productivity

Adapt to changing priorities and schedules, effectively managing interruptions and shifting demands

Plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines and align with organizational goals

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing

Practice and promote workplace safety in accordance with OSHA standards and company policies

Adhere to the highest quality standards, ensuring reliable and compliant welds

Drive efficiency improvements in processes, equipment usage, and work practices

Participate in continuous improvement activities that positively impact safety, environmental protection, product quality, and operational performance

Support workplace organization and housekeeping initiatives, maintaining a clean and organized work environment

May perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Process pipe weldingWelding certification ASMEWelding certification AWSStainless steel weldingBlueprint interpretationTroubleshooting skillsCommitment to safetyLeadership experienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skills