--- title: Lead Operator Kaizen Technician at Surge Staffing description: Surge Staffing is hiring for the Lead Operator Kaizen Technician role in Lafayette, IN. Pays $19 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/lead-operator-kaizen-technician-at-surge-staffing-01a1456a-fc2a-7448-90dd-ae33f78b818f date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Surge Staffing as Lead Operator Kaizen Technician in Lafayette, IN. Pays $19 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/7miu9k.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Surge Staffing | | **Location** | Lafayette, IN | | **Salary** | $19/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Surge Staffing. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Surge Staffing. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $43,000 – $54,000 a year (median $47,000). ## Description # Lead Operator Kaizen Technician **Pay:** $19.00 per hour **Schedule:** 1st Shift **Job Type:** Full-Time ### Job Summary We are seeking a **Lead Weld (Kaizen) Operator** to support manufacturing and welding operations. This position works closely with engineering and production teams to test and evaluate welding equipment, materials, techniques, and processes while helping improve production methods and procedures. The ideal candidate will have hands-on welding and fabrication experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to read blueprints and job specifications. ### Responsibilities - Assist engineering personnel with testing and evaluating welding equipment, metals, and alloys. - Conduct experiments and evaluate data to help develop improved welding techniques, procedures, and practices. - Inspect welded joints and perform testing to ensure welds meet company and customer specifications. - Identify and recommend improvements to equipment, processes, and welding applications. - Record inspection and test results and prepare reports. - Review work orders and assist with production scheduling. - Determine material and supply requirements based on production needs. - Read and interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders. - Assign duties and provide direction to production employees. - Inspect and measure parts and products to verify they meet specifications. - Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules. - Troubleshoot production problems and assist employees with resolving issues. - Support continuous improvement and Kaizen initiatives. - Maintain accurate documentation and production records. ### Qualifications - Hands-on welding and fabrication experience. - Knowledge of **MIG, TIG, Stick, and Gas welding**. - Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and job orders. - Experience using common fabrication tools and equipment. - Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. - Ability to inspect and measure parts for quality. - Ability to work independently and provide direction to others. - Basic computer skills, including **Microsoft Excel and Word**. ### Tools & Equipment Experience with the following is preferred: - MIG, TIG, Stick, and Gas welding - Drill press - Sanders - Grinders - Drills - Saws - General hand tools ### Physical Requirements - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. - Frequent use of hands for handling tools, materials, and equipment. - Ability to reach with hands and arms. - Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. - Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to **25 pounds**. ## Skills - Mechanical Aptitude - Balance Sheet - Inspection - Total Quality Control - Microsoft Excel - Problem Solving - Hand Tools - Drill Press Operation - TIG Welding - Microsoft Word - Continuous Improvement Process - Welding Techniques - MIG Welding - Blueprint Reading - Basic Computer Skills - Welding - Ability to Work Independently - Fabrication - Process Documentation - Blueprinting ## Related - [Engineering jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Engineering Technician & Drafting jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering/engineering-technicians-and-drafting?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Production Technician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering/engineering-technicians-and-drafting/production-technician?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Staffing Agencies](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/staffing-and-recruiting/staffing-agencies?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 143871 jobs - [Indiana](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/indiana?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 53197 jobs - [Lafayette, IN](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/indiana/lafayette?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1363 jobs ## Related pages - [Staffing Agencies](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/staffing-and-recruiting/staffing-agencies?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 143871 jobs - [Indiana](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/indiana?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 53197 jobs - [Lafayette, IN](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/indiana/lafayette?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1363 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)