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Lead FabricatorWelder
Job Location:
Job Location:
Torrance, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
m 100000 - 150000
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (4 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
We are looking for a Fabrication/Welding Lead to run day-to-day operations on our weld shop floor and lead a growing team of welders and fabricators. You will own production scheduling weld quality and safety standards for components going into our modular nuclear reactor systems while mentoring the team and partnering closely with engineering and quality. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for building both the team and the process from the ground up.
Location: Torrance CA
Salary: $100000 to $150000 depending on experience
Shift: Mon-Fri from 8 am to 5 pm
Comprehensive benefit: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Flexible Time off and more!
Relocation: Generous relocation assistance to Torrance CA is available for the right candidate
Key Responsibilities for Lead Fabricator/Welder:
Lead schedule and mentor a team of welders and fabricators across daily production.
Own weld quality standards; review and approve WPS and troubleshoot process or quality issues on the floor.
Partner with Engineering and QC to translate drawings and specifications into repeatable nuclear-grade fabrication processes.
Coordinate production priorities and timelines with the Manufacturing Manager to hit build schedules.
Champion shop safety 5S and continuous improvement initiatives on the floor.
Hire train and develop welders as the team scales; conduct performance reviews and skills assessments.
Maintain documentation for weld travelers certifications and non-conformances per quality procedures.
Basic Qualifications for Lead Fabricator/Welder
8 years of professional welding/fabrication experience including 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
AWS Certified Welder (or equivalent) with strong GTAW (TIG) proficiency on stainless steel and exotic alloys.
Demonstrated ability to read and work from complex engineering drawings weld symbols and WPS documentation.
Experience with pressure vessel or code welding (ASME Section IX B31.3 and similar).
Proven track record leading training or mentoring a team of welders or fabricators.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced startup manufacturing environment with evolving processes.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs stand for extended periods and work in a shop-floor setting with appropriate PPE.
Preferred Skills and Experience
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent.
Experience welding or leading teams in nuclear aerospace or other highly regulated quality environments.
Experience standing up welding processes procedures or a new production line from scratch.
Familiarity with ASME Section IX / Section III code welding and NDE processes.
Experience with production scheduling or ERP/MES systems.
Forklift overhead crane or rigging certification
If you are interested in learning more about this role please submit your resume for immediate consideration!
Feel free to text Lead to for faster response.
INDH
Location: Torrance CA
Salary: $100000 to $150000 depending on experience
Shift: Mon-Fri from 8 am to 5 pm
Comprehensive benefit: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Flexible Time off and more!
Relocation: Generous relocation assistance to Torrance CA is available for the right candidate
Key Responsibilities for Lead Fabricator/Welder:
Lead schedule and mentor a team of welders and fabricators across daily production.
Own weld quality standards; review and approve WPS and troubleshoot process or quality issues on the floor.
Partner with Engineering and QC to translate drawings and specifications into repeatable nuclear-grade fabrication processes.
Coordinate production priorities and timelines with the Manufacturing Manager to hit build schedules.
Champion shop safety 5S and continuous improvement initiatives on the floor.
Hire train and develop welders as the team scales; conduct performance reviews and skills assessments.
Maintain documentation for weld travelers certifications and non-conformances per quality procedures.
Basic Qualifications for Lead Fabricator/Welder
8 years of professional welding/fabrication experience including 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
AWS Certified Welder (or equivalent) with strong GTAW (TIG) proficiency on stainless steel and exotic alloys.
Demonstrated ability to read and work from complex engineering drawings weld symbols and WPS documentation.
Experience with pressure vessel or code welding (ASME Section IX B31.3 and similar).
Proven track record leading training or mentoring a team of welders or fabricators.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced startup manufacturing environment with evolving processes.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs stand for extended periods and work in a shop-floor setting with appropriate PPE.
Preferred Skills and Experience
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent.
Experience welding or leading teams in nuclear aerospace or other highly regulated quality environments.
Experience standing up welding processes procedures or a new production line from scratch.
Familiarity with ASME Section IX / Section III code welding and NDE processes.
Experience with production scheduling or ERP/MES systems.
Forklift overhead crane or rigging certification
If you are interested in learning more about this role please submit your resume for immediate consideration!
Feel free to text Lead to for faster response.
INDH
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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