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Welding & Fabrication Manager
Custom Steel Supply —Laurens, SC
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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MIG Welder/Fabricator
PackIQ —Fountain Inn, SC
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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First Shift Welder/Fabricator
Monti, Inc. —Greenwood, SC
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
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Maintenance - Mechanical Technician 5th Shift
AstenJohnson Holdings —Clinton, SC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Industrial Maintenance Technician
The Baillie Group —Donalds, SC
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
- Entry level
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Maintenance Technician Associate
Clinton Newberry Natural Gas Authority —Clinton, SC
- From $18.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Maintenance
- No experience needed
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Prevenative Maintenance Technician-Weekend Shift
Valmont Industries —Newberry, SC
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanic experience
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Welding & Fabrication Manager

Custom Steel Supply -
Laurens, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $100,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Identifying materials in blueprints
Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Manufacturing management
Blueprint specification interpretation
Detail drawing interpretation
Team leadership
Metal fabrication
Team development
American Welding Society (AWS) standards
Schedule management
Crane hoisting operations
Joining process implementation
Organizational skills
Managing manufacturing teams
Welding
Materials handling
Gas metal arc welding
Project leadership
Reading weld symbols
Flux-cored welding

Full Job Description

About the Company

Custom Steel Supply is backed by more than two decades of manufacturing experience through a family ownership group that also owns Essex Weld Solutions, Motor City Racks, and Kringer Industrial. Since 2001, our group has proudly served every major North American automotive OEM and Tier 1 supplier with custom-engineered metal solutions.

As an industry leader in automotive racking, we operate across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Today, Custom Steel Supply operates more than 300,000 square feet of advanced manufacturing space in Laurens, South Carolina, offering tubing, laser cutting, forming, welding, powder coating, and full metal fabrication — all under one roof.

At Custom Steel Supply, we are built on trust, powered by innovation, and driven by results.

About the Job

Welding & Fabrication Manager

Location: Laurens, SC
Company: Custom Steel Supply
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Day Shift (Overtime as Needed)
Pay: $80,000-100,000, depending on experience

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Welding& Fabrication Manager to oversee daily operations within our heavy steel fabrication and welding department. This role is responsible for managing large-scale structural fabrication projects, ensuring top-tier weld quality, maintaining compliance with AWS and OSHA standards, and leading production teams to meet demanding project schedules.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy structural steel fabrication, advanced welding processes, crane and material handling operations, and team leadership within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Production Operations & Logistics

Plan, schedule, and oversee daily welding shop activities and production workflows
Monitor production schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within quality standards
Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and engineering specifications for production teams
Coordinate large-scale fit-ups for complex assemblies while maintaining dimensional accuracy
Oversee multi-pass welding on thick-gauge materials to ensure structural integrity and weld penetration
Direct crane operations and material handling for large steel plates, beams, and fabricated assemblies
Monitor production tonnage and team output to maintain project timelines
Coordinate preventive maintenance for welding machines, CNC cutters, cranes, forklifts, and shop equipment
Manage inventory levels for raw steel, welding consumables, and gas supplies

Quality & Structural Compliance

Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and compliance with AWS standards and customer specifications
Oversee Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) processes in accordance with AWS D1.1 standards
Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
Ensure welders maintain required certifications and qualifications
Supervise surface preparation and industrial coating applications
Review fabrication drawings and provide mark-ups or corrections as needed

Safety & Compliance

Promote and enforce a strong safety culture throughout the welding shop
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies
Verify proper use of PPE and safe operation of welding and material handling equipment
Conduct safety meetings, training sessions, and incident investigations

Team Leadership & Development

Hire, train, and supervise welders, fabricators, apprentices, and shop personnel
Mentor team members on advanced welding techniques including:
Flux-Core (FCAW)
MIG (GMAW)
Stick Welding (SMAW)
TIG Welding (GTAW)
Train employees on heavy equipment operations including cranes, forklifts, aerial lifts, and rigging
Conduct performance evaluations and address attendance or disciplinary matters
Foster a productive, team-oriented work environment focused on quality and accountability

Qualifications

5+ years of leadership experience in welding or structural steel fabrication
Extensive experience with heavy industrial or custom structural steel projects
Expert knowledge of:
Flux-Core Welding (FCAW)
MIG Welding (GMAW)
Stick Welding (SMAW)
Strong understanding of AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel
Experience overseeing multi-pass welding on thick structural materials
Ability to read and interpret complex structural blueprints and fabrication drawings
Experience with crane operations, rigging, and heavy material handling
Strong understanding of fabrication shop operations and workflow management
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred
Supervisory or welding management certifications preferred

What We’re Looking For

Strong leadership and organizational abilities
Hands-on management style with strong technical expertise
Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and production accuracy
Team player with a professional and dependable attitude

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift 30–50 lbs as needed
Comfortable working in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
Availability for overtime as needed

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Stable and growing company
Supportive team-oriented work environment

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Join a growing company where your welding leadership and structural fabrication expertise will directly contribute to high-quality production, operational success, and continuous improvement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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