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StructuralSteelProductionSupervisor–EveningShift
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“Structural Steel Production Supervisor – Evening Shift. Skills: Production Oversight, Team Leadership, Quality & Safety Compliance. Oversee second-shift production. Guide fabrication personnel”
What You'll Achieve.
support daily production targets; maintain consistent quality; maintain safety standards; maintain productivity; maintain operational efficiency; minimize bottlenecks; maximize throughput; reduce equipment downtime
Industry & Context.
troubleshoot fabrication or fit-up issues; make real-time decisions
Flexibility to work overtime or weekends as production demands require
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
background in structural steel fabrication, welding, fabrication layout, Experience working with CNC fabrication equipment, related shop machinery, Understanding of manufacturing workflows, safety practices, quality control procedures, Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented production environment, communication skills, leadership skills, organizational skills, Flexibility to work overtime or weekends as production demands require
Nice to Have
Previous leadership or supervisory experience within fabrication or manufacturing operations, Technical certification, trade school training, associate degree in a related field, Familiarity with AISC fabrication standards, structural steel production workflows
What You'll Do.
Oversee second-shift production
Guide fabrication personnel
Support daily production targets
Maintain quality and safety standards
Supervise shop activities
Assign and adjust workloads
Monitor shop workflow
Make real-time decisions
Coordinate priorities
Troubleshoot fabrication issues
Reinforce safety expectations
Mentor fabrication staff
Develop fabrication staff
Ensure fabricated products meet standards
Maintain safe environment
Organize fabrication environment
Improve workplace safety
Improve production quality
Ensure adherence to policies
Coordinate with maintenance
Reduce equipment downtime
Monitor equipment performance
Report operational concerns
Support efficient use of machinery
Support efficient use of resources
Assist with onboarding
Assist with scheduling
Assist with performance feedback
Support documentation
Support time tracking
Support employee accountability
Participate in staffing
Participate in recruitment
Contribute to continuous improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with quality personnel; Coordinate with maintenance teams; Work effectively within a team-oriented production environment
Communication Scope
communication skills
Full Job Description
## Description Fabrication Shop Lead – Structural Steel (2nd Shift) Location: Richmond, VA Shift: Second Shift Employment Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $32.00/hour and up (based on experience) Position Overview A growing steel fabrication operation is seeking a skilled Shop Lead to oversee second-shift production. This role is responsible for guiding fabrication personnel, supporting daily production targets, and maintaining consistent quality and safety standards across all shop activities. This opportunity is well-suited for a hands-on leader with a strong background in structural steel fabrication who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing 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 Operations Coordinate with maintenance teams to reduce equipment downtime and maintain production flow Monitor fabrication equipment
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