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LeadFabricator
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“Lead Fabricator. Skills: Structural steel fabrication, Production supervision, Team leadership. Support daily fabrication schedules. Support production objectives”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting fabrication issues; Troubleshooting fit-up issues
Flexibility to work overtime, Flexibility to work weekends
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Structural steel fabrication background, Welding background, Fabrication layout background, Experience with CNC fabrication equipment, Experience with related shop machinery, Understanding of manufacturing workflows, Understanding of safety practices, Understanding of quality control procedures, Ability to work in team-oriented production environment, High school diploma or equivalent
Nice to Have
Previous leadership or supervisory experience in fabrication, Previous leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing, Technical certification, Trade school training, Associate degree in related field, Familiarity with AISC fabrication standards, Familiarity with structural steel production workflows
What You'll Do.
Support daily fabrication schedules
Support production objectives
Supervise second-shift shop activities
Monitor shop workflow
Make real-time decisions
Coordinate priorities
Provide welding guidance
Provide fabrication layout guidance
Provide blueprint reading guidance
Provide shop procedures guidance
Assist team members troubleshooting fabrication issues
Assist team members troubleshooting fit-up issues
Reinforce safety expectations
Reinforce production standards
Reinforce operational procedures
Support training of fabrication staff
Support mentoring of fabrication staff
Support development of fabrication staff
Ensure fabricated products meet AISC standards
Ensure fabricated products meet project specifications
Maintain safe fabrication environment
Maintain organized fabrication environment
Maintain efficient fabrication environment
Support workplace safety improvements
Support production quality improvements
Ensure adherence to company policies
Ensure adherence to manufacturing best practices
Coordinate with maintenance teams
Reduce equipment downtime
Maintain production flow
Monitor fabrication equipment performance
Report operational concerns
Support efficient use of fabrication machinery
Support efficient use of shop resources
Assist with onboarding shop personnel
Assist with training shop personnel
Assist with scheduling shop personnel
Assist with performance feedback for shop personnel
Support documentation processes
Support time tracking processes
Support employee accountability processes
Participate in staffing efforts
Participate in recruitment efforts
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Quality personnel; Maintenance teams
Full Job Description
## Description Structural Steel Production Supervisor – Evening Shift Location: Richmond, VA Shift: 2nd Shift Employment Type: Direct Hire Compensation: Starting at $32.00/hour+ (based on experience and technical background) Position Overview A high-production steel manufacturing environment is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Production Supervisor to lead second-shift fabrication operations. This role is responsible for overseeing shop workflow, supporting production efficiency, and ensuring fabrication activities are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on structural steel fabrication experience along with strong leadership skills and the ability to support welders, fitters, and fabrication personnel in a fast-paced setting. ## Core Responsibilities Production Oversight & Workflow Coordination Support execution of daily fabrication schedules and production objectives Supervise second-shift shop activities involving welders, fitters, machine operators, and support personnel Assign and adjust workloads to maintain productivity and operational efficiency Monitor shop workflow and make real-time decisions to support production timelines Coordinate priorities to minimize bottlenecks and maximize throughput Team Leadership & Technical Support Provide guidance related to welding, fabrication layout, blueprint reading, and shop procedures Assist team members in troubleshooting fabrication or fit-up issues Reinforce safety expectations, production standards, and operational procedures Support training, mentoring, and development of fabrication staff Quality & Safety Compliance Work closely with quality personnel to ensure fabricated products meet AISC standards and project specifications Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient fabrication environment Support ongoing improvements related to workplace safety and production quality Ensure adherence to company policies and manufacturing best practices Equipment & Shop Ope
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