Company Description Southeast Welding (2011) Ltd. is a specialized fabrication and equipment manufacturing company serving seafood and food processing plant operators and OEM manufacturers. The team builds food-safe, CRN-certified, custom-engineered equipment and precision components tailored to strict industry standards. With 50 years of continuous operation, the company offers deep expertise in fabrication for regulated food environments.

Clients benefit from direct accountability from a small, dedicated team on every project. This focus on quality and reliability makes Southeast Welding a trusted partner for custom precision fabrication.

Role Description The TIG Welder & Fabrication Team Lead is a full-time, on-site role based in Cap-Pelé, NB. This role is responsible for leading a small fabrication team, assigning daily tasks, and ensuring projects are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule. Day-to-day activities include TIG welding of stainless steel, reading and interpreting fabrication drawings, fitting and assembling components, and inspecting work to meet food-safe standards.

The Team

Lead collaborates with engineering and production staff, maintains tools and equipment, and supports continuous improvement in fabrication processes. The role also includes training team members, promoting protected work practices,



and contributing to a positive, respectful workplace.

Qualifications

- Strong TIG welding skills with a focus on stainless steel, and food-grade fabrication.
- Proficiency in fabrication techniques, including fitting, cutting, forming, and assembling components from technical drawings.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications.
- Experience leading or supervising a small fabrication or welding team, including task allocation and quality oversight.
- Knowledge of food-safe manufacturing practices, and relevant welding and safety standards.
- Solid understanding of shop safety, PPE use, and safe operation of fabrication equipment (e.g., grinders, saws, presses).
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate work across departments.
- High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and commitment to producing precise, high-quality work.
- Relevant trade certification or apprenticeship in welding or metal fabrication; additional tickets or endorsements are an asset.
- Previous experience in food processing, manufacturing, or similar industrial environments is considered an advantage.

📌 TIG Welder & Fabrication Team Lead (Cap-Pelé)
🏢 Southeast Welding (2011
📍 Cap-Pelé