Weld Training Team Leader

About the role

We are hiring a hands-on Weld Training Team Leader to lead hands-on training and skill development for production welding teams in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role plays a critical part in building a high-performing workforce by training new hires, upskilling employees, and ensuring consistent weld quality across operations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on training for new hires and current employees, focusing on production welding skills, techniques, and quality standards
• Assess welding skill levels, identify gaps, and develop targeted training plans to improve performance
• Evaluate weld quality and defects, providing coaching and corrective guidance to improve outcomes
• Collaborate with lead welders, supervisors, and cross-functional partners to align training with production needs
• Support continuous improvement by refining training programs, processes, and evaluation methods
• Track and document training progress, ensuring accuracy of records and data for operational use
• Contribute to a safe, efficient, and high-quality shop environment through consistent training and best practices

Requirements

• Problem Solving: Ability to recognize, anticipate, and resolve organizational, operational, or process-related issues; applies structured problem-solving approaches in diverse situations
• Collaborating: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including operations, leadership, and HR partners, in a constructive and team-oriented manner
• Training Needs Analysis: Ability to assess skill gaps and identify learning priorities required for both individual and organizational performance
• Training Operations: Understanding of training processes and ability to execute daily training activities, programs, and documentation to ensure effective delivery
• Training Solution Development: Ability to design and implement practical training solutions that address identified needs and improve workforce capability
• Training Evaluation: Ability to assess the effectiveness of training programs using appropriate tools, metrics, and feedback, and continuously improve outcomes

Qualifications

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Familiarity with Caterpillar systems, policies, and operational programs
• Experience with large diameter flux core arc welding (FCAW) or experience with multiple weld styles
• Background in heavy manufacturing, industrial production, or fabrication environments
• Post-secondary education or formal training in welding
• Experience implementing or improving structured training programs

Benefits

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Career Development
• Incentive bonus
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits are effective Day One.

Pay

Pay Range: $81,370 - $122,060

Schedule

1st Shift (7am to 3pm)