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Sr Welder Lead

Textron


Job Location:

New Orleans, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

Education:

High school graduate or GED certificate.

Qualifications

Five (5) plus years of Aluminum MIG / TIG experience.

Demonstrated skills based on the results of the welding test

Must be able to mirror weld

Must be able to certify as a Welder in accordance with M&L policies and standards

Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish the task or work with little or no prior notification

Must be willing to work rotating shifts

Basic computer skills

Strong interpersonal skills; the ability to understand people-related issues provide counsel and partner with HR and supervisors

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder) Political Asylee or Refugee.

Textron (and its subsidiaries) participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

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- Flexible Work Schedules

- Education Assistance

- Career Development & Training Opportunities

- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

- Medical Dental Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

- Paid Parental Leave

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About This Role

A Sr Welder Lead under the direction of a Production Supervisor leads and directs welding activities and ensures quality standards are met in the welding department.

Responsibilities

Aid in providing direction for welders in the following areas

a. Best practices for MIG / TIG welding thin gauge aluminum

b. How to self-inspect work performed to ensure that work meets the Quality requirements and specifications.

c. How to read blueprints/ sketches and use shop mathematics

d. How to identify tools needed for the assigned task

e. How to troubleshoot tools and welding equipment

f. How to understand and utilize Engineering drawings sketches shop orders and written and verbal instructions

g. Maintains high level of accuracy efficiency and safety ensure quality standards are met

Performs other job related duties as assigned by management; This may include welding on the craft when business needs require it.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


About Company

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