Supervisor, Metal Fabrication & Welding

Supervisor, Metal Fabrication & Welding 291 Skip Lane, Bay Shore, NY 11706 $30

• $35 an hour
• Full-time $30
• $35 an hour

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Full-time Job Title:

Supervisor, Metal Fabrication & Welding Position Summary:

The Supervisor, Metal Fabrication & Welding oversees daily shop operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality fabrication and welding of metal components. This role manages personnel, schedules production, maintains quality standards, and coordinates with engineering, production, and operations teams to meet delivery timelines and cost objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise day-to-day metal fabrication and welding shop activities Lead, train, and mentor welders, fabricators, and shop personnel Plan and prioritize production schedules to meet deadlines Ensure compliance with welding procedures, drawings, and specifications Maintain quality standards and conduct in-process inspections Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe work practices Coordinate with engineering on drawings, revisions, and technical questions Monitor productivity and implement process improvements Manage material flow, cutting lists, and shop floor organization Ensure proper maintenance and utilization of fabrication equipment Support hiring, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions Track labor hours and report on production performance Reduce scrap, rework, and improve overall shop efficiency

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in metal fabrication and welding 2+ years of supervisory or team lead experience Strong knowledge of MIG, TIG, and Stick welding processes Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings Experience with structural steel, sheet metal, and aluminum fabrication Strong leadership and communication skills Knowledge of shop math and measuring tools Understanding shop safety requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

Welding certification (AWS or equivalent) Experience with lean manufacturing principles Forklift and/or overhead crane experience Familiarity with ERP or production scheduling systems

Key Skills:

Leadership and team management Welding and fabrication expertise Production planning and scheduling Quality control and inspection Safety management Problem-solving and decision-making Continuous improvement mindset

Work Environment:

Manufacturing / fabrication shop environment Standing, walking, and lifting required Exposure to welding, grinding, and fabrication equipment Use of PPE required

Pay:

$30.00

• $35.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person