Fabrication Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Fabrication Supervisor

Location: Jefferson, Iowa | On-Site

Pay Range: $27 - $30/hour, compensation based on experience

A well-established manufacturing and fabrication company in the Jefferson, Iowa area is seeking a dependable, hands-on Fabrication Supervisor to help lead day-to-day operations within its fabrication department.

This individual will oversee production flow, support fabrication employees, help maintain safety and quality standards, and work closely with plant leadership to keep projects and materials moving efficiently throughout the shop.

This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys both leadership and hands-on manufacturing operations. The company is looking for a practical, team-oriented leader who communicates well, follows through, and takes pride in running an organized and productive shop environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee and coordinate daily workflow and production schedules of each workstation within the fabrication department
• Help manage priorities and workload across fabrication workstations
• Coordinate production schedules and requirements for 2nd shift fabrication employees as needed
• Support and maintain fabrication quality standards and measurements
• Work alongside HR and management to implement and reinforce shop safety procedures and expectations
• Assist with employee coaching, training, development, and performance feedback
• Help identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency
• Coordinate with purchasing and inventory personnel to support material availability and production timelines
• Facilitate communication and departmental meetings as needed across shop teams 
• Help maintain organization, productivity, and accountability throughout the fabrication department
• Help ensure material inventories and needs are upheld throughout fabrication operations
• Assist wherever needed to help keep projects and production moving forward

What They're Looking For

• Previous fabrication, manufacturing, or shop supervision experience preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage priorities and coordinate multiple moving pieces in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on mindset with willingness to support the team wherever needed
• Strong attention to quality, accuracy, and follow-through
• Dependable, organized, and accountable
• Ability to coach employees, provide direction, and support team development
• Comfortable working in an active manufacturing and fabrication environment
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement
• Experience working around structural steel, fabrication equipment, welding operations, or industrial manufacturing environments is highly preferred

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and lifting
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and assist with heavier materials when needed
• Work performed in a manufacturing/shop environment around moving equipment and machinery
• Moderate noise levels and physically active work environment

Schedule

• Full-Time | 1st Shift hours | Monday – Thursday (or Friday) | 5 AM (or 6 AM) to 3:30 pm
• Additional schedule flexibility may occasionally be needed to support production and second shift coordination
• This is a fully on-site role; remote work is not available

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Benefits package available
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term growth opportunity
• Stable, team-oriented work environment