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Manager of Welding Technology
Company: Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia, VA
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 07/14/2026
Expire Date: 09/14/2026
Job Categories: Manufacturing and Production
Job Description
Manager of Welding Technology
Salary: US$35.00 - US$45.00 per hour
Description:
Position Summary

The Manager of Welding Technology is responsible for the strategic leadership and standardization of welding operations across all ASC facilities. This role ensures best-in-class training, certification, inspection, and process optimization while maintaining compliance with industry standards. The position plays a critical role in advancing welding capabilities, improving quality, and developing workforce expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight

Lead the welding technology function across all ASC locations
Manage weld trainers, inspectors, and certification/assessment teams
Establish workforce plans, goals, and performance expectations
Training & Development

Design and implement comprehensive welding training programs
Ensure welders are properly trained, qualified, and continuously developed
Address skill gaps through structured development initiatives
Inspection & Quality Assurance

Oversee the welding inspection program to ensure full operational coverage
Collaborate with Quality Control to identify deficiencies and implement improvements
Ensure proper documentation and adherence to QC standards
Certification & Compliance

Manage welding certification and assessment processes
Maintain accurate AWS certification records and ensure regulatory compliance
Continuously align certification practices with updated standards
Performance & Continuous Improvement

Develop and monitor key welding metrics, including:
Certification rates and first-pass success rates
Weld quality and defect trends
Process effectiveness indicators
Drive data-based improvements across all welding operations
Innovation & Operational Excellence

Research and implement advanced welding technologies
Improve automation, efficiency, and production quality
Support succession planning and technical knowledge transfer
Qualifications

Required

Associate degree, technical certification, or trade school completion in welding or related field
Minimum of 5 years of welding and welding technology experience
Certified Welder
Proven leadership experience in a technical or skilled-trades environment
Preferred

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Experience managing multi-site operations
Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of AWS codes, welding processes, and inspection standards
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally
Additional Information

This role supports welding operations across all ASC facilities
Travel may be required to support multi-site initiatives
Contact Information
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