Job Description

Shop Floor Lead

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Posted 16-Sep-2025 (HST)

Colusa, CA, USA*
30-45 per hour Competitive pay based on experience commensurate of experience*
Hourly*
Full Time*
Paid Time Off (PTO), 8 Paid Holidays, and Generous Benefits (If Applicable)*

Shop Floor Lead

SF Metalworks

Colusa, CA | Onsite

About the Role

We are a

California-based architectural metalworking shop

committed to craftsmanship, detail, and collaboration. We're seeking a

Shop Floor Lead

- a skilled

architectural welder and craftsman

who can take the lead on our shop floor, guiding a team of fabricators and welders in creating custom, high-quality work.



This is a

hands-on leadership role

. You'll be on the shop floor daily, welding, fabricating, and mentoring, while setting the standard for quality and efficiency. If you're a seasoned metalworker who thrives on

teaching, building, and leading by example

, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of

fabricators, welders, and CNC operators

on the shop floor. Provide

hands-on training, coaching, and guidance

to improve skill levels and shop performance. Assign daily tasks to team members and monitor progress to keep production on schedule. Perform advanced welding and fabrication on architectural and decorative metal projects. Ensure quality standards are upheld through

in-process checks

and final reviews. Enforce safety protocols and OSHA compliance across all shop floor activities. Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

Qualifications

Required:

7+ years

of experience in welding, fabrication, or architectural metalwork. Proven ability to weld, fabricate, and finish decorative and structural metals. Expertise in

welding techniques (MIG, TIG, Stick)

and metal finishing. Proficient in reading and interpreting

blueprints and technical drawings

. Experience in leading or supervising a shop floor team. Commitment to maintaining

safety and quality standards

.

Preferred:

Experience in

custom architectural projects

(gates, railings, stairs, decorative panels). Knowledge of CNC machinery and metalworking tools. Strong portfolio of completed work demonstrating craftsmanship.

Who This Role Is For

This role is ideal for someone who:


Is a

skilled welder/fabricator

who takes pride in their craft. Enjoys

teaching and leading others

while working alongside them. Can balance quality craftsmanship with meeting deadlines. Thrives in a

hands-on, fast-paced shop environment

.

Compensation

Hourly Pay:

$30 - $45, based on experience

Schedule:

Four-day work week (Monday-Thursday, 5:00 am - 3:30 pm)

Benefits Include:

Paid Time Off (PTO) 8 Paid Holidays Generous Benefits (If Applicable)

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.