The Fabrication Shift Supervisor oversees daily shop floor operations during an assigned shift, ensuring all production targets are met safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. This role directly manages a team of fabricators, welders, and machine operators while maintaining a safe and productive work environment
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead the fabrication team, including welders, fitters, and other skilled workers.
- Ensure all fabrication activities comply with company safety procedures, OSHA (or relevant regulatory body) standards, and industry best practices.
- Conduct regular safety briefings and training sessions for all fabrication personnel to promote awareness of hazards and safe work practices
- Proactively identify potential safety hazards in the fabrication process and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks
- Plan, schedule, and monitor fabrication activities to meet production deadlines.
- Ensure all fabrication work complies with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Inspect materials and components for defects and ensure proper handling and storage.
- Maintain and enforce strict safety protocols and procedures in the fabrication area.
- Coordinate with process engineering, quality control, and maintenance departments to resolve fabrication issues.
- Train, mentor, and develop fabrication staff to improve skills and performance.
- Monitor equipment usage and recommend maintenance or replacement as needed.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports and documentation.
- Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred; or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience (typically 6+ years) in fabrication supervision or a related manufacturing role.
- Strong knowledge of welding, cutting, and fabrication techniques.
- Familiarity with fabrication tools, machines, and safety standards.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in using production management software is a plus.
- Work is primarily in a fabrication shop or industrial environment.
- Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety regulations.
- May involve shift work and overtime depending on production needs.
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