Fabrication Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Fabrication Operations Manager

Sinton, TX (Corpus Christi area)  ·  Full-time  ·  On-site

Competitive Pay +  [bonus / profit-sharing]  ·  [Relocation assistance available]

Build and lead the fabrication operation at Friedman Industries’ growing Sinton, TX facility — 30 minutes from Corpus Christi. This is a hands-on leadership role with real scope: you’ll own safety, quality, delivery, and team development across laser processing, press brake, and fabrication, and you’ll shape the processes and the people as the operation grows.

Above-market benefits: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, life & disability insurance for you and your dependents — plus profit sharing.

What You’ll Do

•   Lead daily steel fabrication and manufacturing operations — safety first, always.

•   Own production scheduling, staffing, workflow, capacity, and on-time delivery.

•   Direct laser processing, press brake, bending, fabrication, integration, and testing activities.

•   Build and develop supervisors, team leads, technicians, and production employees through coaching and accountability.

•   Drive measurable gains in quality, throughput, labor efficiency, equipment uptime, scrap, and rework.

•   Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous-improvement initiatives.

•   Manage KPIs, budgets, workforce planning, and facility growth in partnership with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Sales, and senior leadership.

What You’ll Bring

•   10+ years of fabrication, steel processing, or industrial manufacturing experience.

•   5+ years leading manufacturing teams in a supervisory or management role.

•   Working knowledge of CAD/CAM software and laser cutting, press brake, bending, and fabrication equipment.

•   Experience with production scheduling, capacity planning, and quality and productivity improvement.

•   Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.

•   High school diploma or equivalent.

•   Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice to Have

•   Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.

•   Fabrication start-up or multi-site operations experience.

•   Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.

Work Environment

Manufacturing environment; frequent walking and extended standing; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; required PPE; exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, and moving equipment.

Our Benefits

We’ve built a benefits program that is above market — competitive in our industry and in every region where we operate. Friedman employees enjoy:

•   100% employer-paid health, dental, life, and short & long-term disability insurance

•   Vision insurance

•   401(k) retirement plan

•   Education reimbursement

•   11 paid holidays per year

•   PTO (personal time off)

•   Paid maternity & paternity leave programs

•   Bonus programs (profit-sharing incentive)

•   Uniform & PPE provided

How to Apply

Ready to build and run a growing fabrication operation? Apply today — we review applications daily!

About Friedman Industries

Founded in 1965, Friedman Industries is a leading manufacturer and processor of metal products, operating eight U.S. facilities across metal processing, distribution, and pipe and tube production. Publicly traded on Nasdaq (ticker FRD) since 1972, the company produces hot-rolled sheet and plate and offers slitting, cut-to-length, and welded-pipe capabilities nationwide. Friedman Industries’ success is due to the talented work of our team members. We are passionate about what we do, how we accomplish our results (safety and quality), and our entrepreneurial culture. Our administrative offices are in Longview, Texas and The Woodlands, Texas.

Our Commitment: Recognizing that our employees are our most valuable assets, we place safety above all else. Our employees, our customers, and our shareholders are all our partners. With a persistent focus on safety and quality today and an ambition for opportunity tomorrow, we will all succeed in the partnership. We value the unique perspective of each member of our team and are committed to fostering a collaborative culture where everyone can grow and contribute to a safe and supportive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friedman Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. [Swap in company-standard EEO language if different.]

Friedman Industries (NASDAQ: FRD) is a leading steel processing and distribution company with operations across the United States. Since 1965, we've built our reputation on safety, quality, integrity, and entrepreneurial thinking. We invest in our people by providing exceptional benefits, opportunities for growth, and a collaborative culture where every team member contributes to our success.

Company Description

Friedman Industries (NASDAQ: FRD) is a leading steel processing and distribution company with operations across the United States. Since 1965, we've built our reputation on safety, quality, integrity, and entrepreneurial thinking. We invest in our people by providing exceptional benefits, opportunities for growth, and a collaborative culture where every team member contributes to our success.