Weld Inspection Supervisor -Tuscaloosa, AL

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Weld Inspection Supervisor role to perform and oversee daily scheduled destructive weld inspections and document findings and feedback, for a client in the automotive industry specializing in vehicle manufacturing. This is a Temporary role based in Tuscaloosa, AL that requires onsite presence . If you are eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.

PURPOSE:
Schedule work shifts, ensure attendance of team members, and mentor team members. Tear down vehicle body parts to access weld spots. Remove the spot welds by inserting a chisel or similar tool between steel plates. Tear off the area around the nugget. Measure nugget diameter and document it.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To perform scheduled destructive weld inspection in accordance with specified frequencies.
• Supervise team members and if needed perform destruct and inspect marked welds.

• Tear down vehicle body parts to access weld spots.
• Remove spot welds by inserting a chisel or similar tool between steel plates.
• Tearing off the area around the nugget.
• Measure nugget diameter and document it.

• Record measured results on paper and transfer into computer file.
• Review and validate test reports before submission to relevant departments.
• Maintain open communication and proper feedback information to the respective personnel.
• Maintain performance of all equipment assigned to the area.
• Responsible for attaining all weld destruct samples.
• Perform assigned tasks in a safe manner.
• Safety protocols and proper use of protective gear

EDUCATION:

• Associate degree or weld certification or higher.
• Supervisory role or management experience leading a team.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Experience in spot weld destructive inspection on automotive body parts using a chisel.
• Managing a weld destruct laboratory preferred.
• Associate degree or weld certification or higher.
• Supervisory role or management experience leading a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• A working knowledge both written and verbal of English and Mathematics.
• Good computer skills using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience of SPC charting and interpreting
• Comprehensive knowledge of various measuring equipment and tools
• Must be physically capable of performing teardown duties.
• Must be proficient in the operation of all designated tools and equipment.
• Problem solving skills capability to troubleshoot welding defects and suggest improvements.
• Precision and Attention to detail and ability to detect flaws and inconsistency in welds.
• Must be physically capable of performing teardown duties.
• Must be proficient in the operation of all designated tools and equipment:

• Plasma cutter
• Air hammer with Chisel
• Manual tools like hammer and crowbar
• Measuring calipers

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE :

• Location: Tuscaloosa, AL
• Schedule: Temporary role, 3 weeks, 10 hours shift
• Assignment Start: 11/17/2025
• Assignment End: 12/5/2025

DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.