Futures are looking to appoint a Welding Shop Team Leader for one of the most recognisable manufacturing businesses in South Yorkshire. The Welding Shop Team Leader will be responsible for guiding a team of welders to ensure projects are completed safely, accurately, and on time, while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. This is a working leadership role, requiring both hands-on welding expertise and strong team management skills. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of welders to meet daily production goals. • Ensure all welding work is performed to required specifications and standards. • Allocate work, monitor progress, and adjust priorities based on production schedules. • Provide hands-on support by performing welding tasks as needed to meet targets or train team members. • Inspect welds and finished products for quality and accuracy; work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve issues. • Ensure strict adherence to all safety protocols, wearing of PPE, and housekeeping standards. • Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineering, and other departments to coordinate workflow and resolve issues. • Support onboarding and training of new employees, including welding techniques and company procedures. • Track and report daily production data, downtime, and material usage. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Kaizen) to drive operational excellence. • Help maintain welding equipment, tools, and shop supplies; report any maintenance needs promptly. Qualifications: • 5 years of hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing environment. • Demonstrated leadership skills or prior experience in a lead role. • Proficient in MIG, TIG, and/or Stick welding techniques. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings. • Strong understanding of weld quality standards, inspection techniques, and safety practices. • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment. If this sounds like you, click apply now.