Fabrication Manager

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Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Fabrication Manager to lead our manufacturing and fabrication operations. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the entire fabrication process, ensuring high-quality production, efficient workflow, and adherence to safety standards. Your leadership will drive continuous improvement, foster a collaborative team environment, and uphold the company's commitment to excellence in craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for managing complex fabrication projects, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Safety & Compliance · Enforce safe work practices and PPE requirements · Support continuous safety improvement initiatives · Ensure compliance with forklift operation standards and lockout/tagout procedures --- Organizational Structure Operations Manager ? Fabrication Manager ? Fabrication Supervisor ? Fabrication Leads ? Fabrication Operators The Fabrication Manager owns day-to-day execution and leadership of the fabrication department while supporting broader operational goals. ---

Qualifications

· Experience leading fabrication or manufacturing operations

· Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes including:

o Laser cutting o Press brake forming o Turret punching o Hardware insertion · Ability to read and interpret technical drawings · Experience coordinating production schedules and shop-floor workflow · Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills · Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement What We Offer · Competitive compensation · Health, dental, and vision insurance · 401(k) with company match · Paid time off and holidays · Opportunities for career growth within a stable and expanding manufacturing Company

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Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Production Execution · Lead daily execution of fabrication schedules · Ensure fabrication equipment and work centers are staffed appropriately · Balance workloads across laser, brake, turret, and hardware operations · Identify and escalate production constraints early to maintain workflow Team Leadership · Lead and support fabrication supervisors, leads, and operators · Conduct performance reviews and employee development discussions · Manage attendance and address performance concerns · Assist in hiring, onboarding, and training fabrication personnel Production Performance

· Monitor and report production performance including:

Schedule adherence o Labor efficiency o Scrap and rework levels o Overtime utilization o Machine uptime o Safety performance · Identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce waste Production Planning & Coordination · Translate production build plans into daily fabrication activities · Coordinate with Engineering to resolve drawing or process issues · Work with Maintenance to minimize equipment downtime · Anticipate bottlenecks and proactively adjust workloads to maintain production flow