Pay / Schedule: Up to $36/hr. Monday to Friday, 5:45 am to 2 pm + OT Opportunity. At 50 hours per week, and $36/hr, for example, earn weekly paychecks of $1,980 gross.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Fabrication Supervisor to lead and coordinate fabrication operations in an Engineer-to-Order (ETO) manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in custom fabrication, team leadership, and production planning, with the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and ensure timely, high-quality output
Experienced supervisor of 30 direct reports with a track record of performance and team development
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities of fabrication teams including welders, plumbing, electrical technicians, and assemblers.
- Interpret engineering drawings (P&ID), blueprints, and technical specifications for custom-built products.
- Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to resolve design and production issues.
- Monitor and optimize workflow, material usage, and labor efficiency.
- Train and mentor team members on fabrication techniques, safety protocols, and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate production records and generate reports for management.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in line with lean manufacturing principles.
- Expected to be on the production floor 90% of the day, and have the technical skills to coach and guide team members
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 3+ years of supervisory experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of fabrication processes including welding, cutting, forming, and machining.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and Bill of Materials (BOMs).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning tools.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and quality control standards.
Preferred Skills:
- Proven leadership with a track record of driving team performance, accountability, and morale
- Hands-on, approachable leadership style; comfortable working alongside the team on the floor
- Proficient in reading and interpreting P&IDs and complex fabrication schematics
- Working knowledge of PVC gluing, conduit bending, and light electrical assembly
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma principles in a production setting
- Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing direct labor team members
- Working knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) to support fabrication planning or troubleshooting
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with planning, engineering, and quality teams
- Comfortable using metrics to drive decisions and improve workflow efficiency
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