Structural Steel Fabrication Superintendent – Gallaway, TN
Location: Gallaway, TN
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $80,000/year — higher depending on experience
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced structural steel fabrication leader to oversee daily production across two nearby facilities and multiple shifts. This position provides hands-on leadership to shop supervisors while maintaining focus on safety, quality, production efficiency, equipment, staffing, and delivery schedules.
The ideal candidate has extensive structural steel experience and a strong understanding of AISC and AWS standards, coating requirements, fabrication processes, and industrial safety practices.
Key Responsibilities
Direct day-to-day fabrication activities across two facilities.
Lead production supervisors and coordinate work across multiple shifts.
Oversee safety, quality, productivity, equipment, facility maintenance, and production schedules.
Monitor fabrication projects from production through shipping and ensure delivery commitments are met.
Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, workforce development, and performance guidance.
Support recruiting, retention, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
Identify production challenges and opportunities for process improvement.
Coordinate activities between multiple departments and ensure efficient workflow.
Manage priorities across complex and heavy structural steel fabrication projects.
Support scheduling, staffing decisions, disciplinary actions, and other operational needs.
Maintain compliance with applicable safety, quality, and fabrication standards.
Departments
Experience overseeing multiple fabrication functions, including:
- Receiving & Inventory
- CNC Processing
- Structural Steel Fabrication & Welding
- Painting/Coatings
- Shipping
Requirements
7+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
5+ years of leadership experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or production.
Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1; CWI certification is preferred but not required.
Experience working in an AISC-certified fabrication environment.
Experience managing large, heavy, or complex steel fabrication projects.
Working knowledge of SSPC and ASTM coating requirements.
Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication operations, workflows, and production practices.
Experience leading multiple departments and production teams.
Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to anticipate production issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
Monthly shop productivity bonus
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
PTO and paid holidays
Relocation assistance
Monthly cellular plan reimbursement
