Shop Operations

• Direct daily miscellaneous metals fabrication activities.
• Carry out production schedules and shifting priorities established by operations leadership.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and workflow to keep production running efficiently.
• Monitor work progress and provide regular production updates.
• Oversee fitting, welding, assembly, and material handling throughout the shop.

Team Leadership

• Supervise fitters, welders, machine operators, and shop laborers.
• Support employee training, coaching, and performance development.
• Lead daily production and safety meetings.
• Help maintain appropriate staffing levels and efficient labor utilization.
• Promote teamwork, communication, and accountability across the fabrication team.

Safety & Quality

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Verify work meets quality standards, fabrication tolerances, and project specifications.
• Address production issues and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Maintain housekeeping and shop organization standards.
• Work with Quality Control personnel to resolve inspection findings and quality concerns.

Equipment & Facility Support

• Monitor the condition and readiness of fabrication equipment.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair activities with management.
• Help maintain material inventory, consumables, and proper storage practices.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to increase shop efficiency and organization.

Production Reporting

• Track labor hours, productivity, operational efficiency, and rework.
• Monitor schedule performance and production output.
• Participate in KPI reviews and operational planning meetings.
• Assist with manpower planning and production forecasting.