Welding Team Leader

Welding Team Leader – 1st Shift
M–Th 6:00am–4:30pm
$26.50/hr

Who We Are
Lantech is the global leader in stretch wrapping technology—and the original inventor of the rotary stretch wrapper. We’ve spent decades redefining material handling and packaging solutions with cutting-edge technology and world-class performance. Today, Lantech equipment is used worldwide, supported by multilingual technical teams and a culture of continuous improvement.

Why You Matter
As a Welding Team Leader, you play a critical role in leading a high-performing fabrication team while ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are achieved. Your leadership helps develop associates, improve processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. By supporting your team and driving lean initiatives, you help ensure Lantech delivers exceptional products to our customers.

What You’ll Do
As a Welding Team Leader, you will:
Lead, coach, and support a team of up to eight welding associates
Train new associates using standardized work instructions and best practices
Manage daily production schedules, including filling in for absences and supporting high-cycle-time operations
Learn all fabrication cells related to the S Line and become certified in GMAW spray welding (flat and rotational positions)
Ensure standardized work procedures are maintained and followed throughout the welding area
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues to minimize downtime and improve efficiency
Promote and maintain a safe work environment by supporting associates and reinforcing safety expectations
Lead and participate in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives to eliminate waste and improve processes
Maintain organization and workplace standards using 5S principles
Collaborate with team members and leadership to meet production, quality, and delivery objectives
Work overtime as needed to support production schedules

What We’re Looking For
Minimum of 5 years of welding fabrication experience
Minimum of 1 year of GMAW spray transfer welding experience
Minimum of 1 year of leadership or team lead experience
Strong coaching, communication, and team-building skills
Ability to provide constructive feedback and manage associate performance
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills
Working knowledge of Winman or similar ERP systems
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment
Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 50 pounds
Commitment to safety and adherence to company procedures

Desired Experience
Experience leading teams in a lean manufacturing environment
Participation in Lean workshops or continuous improvement initiatives
Experience developing standardized work and training associates
Experience driving 5S and workplace organization improvements

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Technical or vocational training in welding or manufacturing is a plus