Posted June 09, 2026
Lead Process Technician - Welding
There is an opening for a Lead Process Technician - Welding based in Irvine, however, from time to time you may be assigned to the Corry/Warren Plants. This salary non-exempt position will report to Jason Harkins, however that may change in the future. Responsibilities include but are not limited to those detailed below:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/ females/veterans/individuals with disabilities /sexual orientation/gender identity.
- Manufacturing process development and improvements
- Standardizing work instructions and detailed control plans for repair, cladding, sleeving, stress relief, and maintenance weld processes
- Manufacturing Evaluation and Optimization (Manufacturing Flow, Routings, Coordination with Machining and Inspection teams)
- Coordination and implementation throughout facility using the DBR system,
- Focus on process development, certification, audit compliance, and consumable/inventory management.
- Equipment identification, procurement, design and implementation
- Facilitate the manufacturing design process
- Troubleshoot, analyze and develop solutions for simple and complex weld requirements and certifications.
- Performs other duties as deemed necessary.
- Abides by all policies and procedures established by the Company including plant safety regulations and work rules;
- Must have ability and desire to work well with others;
- This opportunity may require working altered shifts to support production and there will be times when overtime work will be mandatory.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two-Year Associate Degree in a related Engineering discipline (preferred Mechanical or Industrial engineering degree) or 5+ years welding experience in a production manufacturing setting.
- Experience in Welding and Coating operations and inspection
- Strong background and certification in welding, coating, blasting procedures
- Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
- Solid verbal and written communication skills
- Computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Syteline)
- Ability to work independently (self-directed) on projects
- Ability to lead and direct team efforts
- Strong math skills and problem solving ability
- Detail oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects
Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/ females/veterans/individuals with disabilities /sexual orientation/gender identity.