Structural Steel Plant Manager - Gallaway, TN

Job Description

Job Description

Structural Steel Plant Manager – Gallaway, TN

Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Gallaway, TN
Starting Salary: $80,000/year — higher depending on experience

We are seeking a Structural Steel Plant Manager to lead fabrication operations across two nearby facilities operating on two shifts. This position provides hands-on leadership to production supervisors and is responsible for maintaining safe, efficient, high-quality operations while keeping production and shipping schedules on track.

The ideal candidate brings extensive structural steel fabrication experience, knowledge of AISC and AWS standards , familiarity with coating requirements, and a strong background leading complex fabrication operations.

• Direct daily production activities across two facilities located within approximately one mile of each other.
• Lead operations across two shifts and provide guidance to department and shop supervisors.
• Oversee approximately 65 employees , with planned growth toward approximately 90 employees.
• Manage approximately 5–6 direct reports in supervisory roles.
• Maintain accountability for employee safety, facility conditions, equipment maintenance, production efficiency, and product quality.
• Coordinate fabrication schedules and ensure work is completed according to required shipping and delivery dates.
• Monitor workflows and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Support recruiting, employee retention, workforce development, and succession planning efforts.
• Participate in employee disciplinary actions and other personnel-related matters.
• Help identify potential operational issues before they affect production, quality, or delivery.
• Manage multiple fabrication projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Work closely with operations leadership and other departments to maintain smooth production flow.
• Perform other operational and leadership duties as assigned.

Experience overseeing multiple fabrication departments is required, including areas such as:

• Receiving and Inventory
• CNC Processing
• Structural Steel Fabrication
• Welding
• Painting
• Shipping

• 7+ years of structural steel fabrication experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or production
• Extensive knowledge of AWS D1.1 ; CWI certification is preferred but not required
• Experience working in an AISC-certified shop or manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience managing large, heavy, and complex structural steel fabrication projects
• Working knowledge of SSPC and ASTM coating requirements
• Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication processes, workflows, and shop practices
• Knowledge of industry safety standards and practices
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to recognize potential production issues and improvement opportunities
• Hands-on leadership approach with the ability to work effectively with supervisors and production teams
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

• Monthly shop productivity bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Relocation assistance
• Monthly cellular plan reimbursement

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.