Job Description

Job Title

Welding/Quality Engineer

Job Category

Engineering

Job Description

Bolzoni, Inc. is active in the design, production and distribution of a full range of lift truck attachments and industrial material handling equipment for the U.S. market. The latest production methods and technology together with personnel expertise allow Bolzoni, Inc. to adapt to the most various and demanding customer requirements.

Bolzoni, Inc.'s commitment to always provide the most suitable product and handling solutions for our customers over the years has resulted in close cooperation with all the main fork lift truck manufacturers. Bolzoni, Inc. supplies a wide range of products including integral and hook-on side shifters, fork positioners, paper roll clamps, bale clamps, carton clamps, push pulls, multi-pallet handlers, rotators and forks.

The Welding/Quality Eng is responsible for ensuring that all welding operations across the facility-and supporting global plants-are executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. This role focuses on developing and maintaining welding procedures, qualifying welders, and driving continuous improvement in welding technologies and processes. The Welding Coordinator collaborates closely with Production Engineering, Quality, and OEM partners to ensure welding practices align with AWS and ISO 3834-2 standards.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) in compliance with AWS and ISO standards

• Oversee welder qualification processes and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards

• Support welding operations across six plants, providing technical guidance and process alignment

• Analyze welding and metallurgical issues, applying root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Supervise welding activities to ensure adherence to procedures and quality expectations

• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 3834-2 compliance

• Lead OEM readiness efforts through APQP and PPAP, including dimensional validation and process capability studies

• Manage OEM claims using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, A3, and 5 Whys

• Monitor internal process quality using SPC, PFMEA, and real-time dashboards

• Research and evaluate new welding technologies and equipment for potential implementation

• Provide training and mentorship to welding personnel to ensure skill development and procedural adherence

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred

• Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) required

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or quality leadership roles

• Strong knowledge of welding standards (AWS, ISO 3834-2) and quality systems (ISO 9001)

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects

• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies

• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across departments

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

No

Primary Location

Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL

Address

7711 US Highway 278

Zip Code

35586

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

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