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Linamar Corporation

Lead Hand -Welding

  • Salford, ON, Canada
  • Posted on Jul 27, 2026
  • $54,000 - $72,000 /year
  • Full Time

Job Title: Lead Hand - Welding Night Shift

Note: This role is a Night Shift Position and will pay a Night Shift Premium of $2.20 per hour

Wage Range: $27.00 - $36.00


Job Summary:
The Welding Lead Hand is responsible for overseeing and coordinating day-to-day operations on the production floor while completing Welding specific tasks. This role serves as the link between the production supervisor/manager and the production team, ensuring the efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing of products.


Responsibility:

  • Read, understand, and follow job order specifications, engineering drawings (blueprints), and or work orders.
  • Independently weld multiple components with precision and accuracy, showcasing proficiency in executing welding tasks without direct supervision.
  • Set up all welding equipment and jigs in accordance with the specific material properties and welding requirements, ensuring optimal performance output.
  • Fabricate small parts as needed, showcasing proficiency in basic fabrication techniques utilizing equipment such as the ironworker, drill, and saw. 
  • Oversee day-to-day operations on the production floor, ensuring that production goals, schedules, and quality standards are met
  • Provide leadership to a team of production workers, including assigning tasks, managing workflow, and ensuring adherence to production schedules
  • Offer guidance and on-the-job training to new and existing team members, communicating training needs to production supervisor
  • Troubleshoot minor production issues and collaborate with production supervisor for more complex problems
  • Monitor product quality and ensure all items produced meet established standards taking corrective action when required to prevent recurrence
  • Assist the production supervisor in preparing reports on production performance, resource usage, and other relevant metrics
  • Participate in plant opening and lockup procedures as required
  • Ensure adherence to company policies, health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Other duties as assigned by production supervisor

Academic/Educational Requirements:

  • A high school education diploma or certificate is preferred


Required Skills/Experience:

  • 1-3 years of manufacturing experience is required
  • 3-5 Years of Welding Experience is considered an asset
  • 1-2 years in a leadership role is considered an asset
  • Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, safety standards, and quality control procedures
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Strong organization, time management and planning skills
  • Proficiency in basic computer software (Microsoft Office, ERP systems etc.)
  • First aid certified

What Linamar Has to Offer:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
  • Opportunities for career advancement.
  • Sustainability Council
  • Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
  • Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us:

At Salford Group, a Linamar Company, we are industry leaders in agricultural equipment innovation, committed to advancing farming practices through precision technology. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and customer success, we cultivate a collaborative work environment where employees can grow and make a global impact

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.