Shop Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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Shop Manager

Location: 41st Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74107

The position is full time, Monday – Thursday, 5:30 am to 4:15 pm with some overtime and travel required.

Pay range is $30-$35 per hour to start, however we would entertain more for someone who is exceptionally qualified.

The shop is climate controlled. The candidate would be managing approximately 10-12 people.

Founded in 1940, one of the leading ornamental and

architectural metal fabricators in the United States. In our 86th year of operation, we continue to serve clients nationwide and internationally — with completed work across

nearly every state as well as locations in the Caribbean, Mexico, and the South Pacific.

Position Summary

The Shop Manager is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of craft and trade employees in our architectural metalwork fabrication shop.

This role ensures that shop personnel are effectively directed, developed, and held accountable

in alignment with company standards. The Shop Manager serves as the primary point of contact for shop-level operations, maintaining a productive, safe, and organized work environment while supporting the goals of the Division Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Management

• Directly supervises craft and trade employees, including daily work direction,

scheduling, and task assignment

• Conduct regular performance conversations and provides timely, constructive

feedback

• Addresses performance issues promptly and in accordance with company policy

• Supports employee development through on-the-job coaching and skills training

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and disciplinary processes in coordination with

HR

• Administrative tasks as required for payroll reporting

Tools & Equipment

• Oversee the proper use, maintenance, and accountability of shop tools and

equipment

• Ensure all equipment is in safe working condition and that inspections and

maintenance schedules are followed

• Enforce company policies regarding tool handling, storage, and care

• Tracks equipment inventory and communicates needs or deficiencies to the

Division Manager

Communication

• Communicates work expectations, priorities, and updates clearly to shop

employees daily

• Prepares and maintains accurate written documentation including logs, reports,

and shift records

• Serves as a clear and consistent point of communication between the shop floor

and Division Manager

• Promotes open communication within the team and addresses concerns or

conflicts in a professional manner

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or management experience overseeing craft or

trade employees in a fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial environment

• Professional references required

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

• Must pass a background check — no criminal record

• Hands-on knowledge of welding processes including MIG and TIG in a wide

range of metals; certified welding credentials are a plus

• Proficiency in machine shop skills including drilling, milling, tapping, blueprint

interpretation, CNC lathes & mills, and related operations

• Experience with metal finishing processes including painting, abrasive blasting,

graining, sanding, and powder coating; patina application experience is a plus

• Experience in decorative metal forming and/or forging is a plus but not required

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal form

• Proven ability to hold employees accountable while maintaining a positive, high

performing team environment

• Solid organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and reporting

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced custom

fabrication environment

• Demonstrated positive attitude and personal integrity to lead by example

• Constructive communication skills — able to deliver feedback, resolve conflict,

and motivate employees in a manner that builds trust and maintains team morale

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is dependent on experience (DOE).

competitive wage along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance — Company pays 70% of the employee's premium and 50%

of family coverage

• Paid Time Off — 40 hours after 12 months, 80 hours after 24 months, and 120

hours after 60 months of service

• Paid Holidays — 7 paid holidays per year

• Retirement — Simple IRA with company matching

• Short-Term Disability — Gap coverage provided

Taylor Staffing

9726 E 42nd St

Suite 219

Tulsa, 74146

Taylor Staffing is a full service generalized staffing service specializing in light industrial, manufacturing, and clerical positions in the United States. Our temporary hire periods are shorter than other agencies, and we have many other benefits and much more flexibility than our competition. We look forward to meeting you!

Company Description

Taylor Staffing is a full service generalized staffing service specializing in light industrial, manufacturing, and clerical positions in the United States. Our temporary hire periods are shorter than other agencies, and we have many other benefits and much more flexibility than our competition. We look forward to meeting you!