Production Supervisor

Fabrication Supervisor

The Fabrication Supervisor oversees daily operations in the fabrication department, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production of metal components used in commercial roll-up doors. This role provides hands-on leadership, supports team development, drives continuous improvement, and ensures work is completed according to production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

Supervise, coach, and support fabrication technicians, welders, machine operators, and other assigned staff.

Assign daily work tasks and adjust priorities based on production needs.

Train team members on equipment, processes, safety protocols, and quality expectations.

Conduct performance check-ins, reinforce expectations, and participate in evaluations and corrective actions when needed.

Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.

Production Oversight

Monitor workflow and ensure all fabrication tasks are completed on time, including cutting, welding, forming, machining, punching, and assembling.

Review work orders, drawings, and material requirements to ensure accuracy.

Support setups, troubleshooting, and adjustments on fabrication equipment (shears, presses, mills, lathes, MIG welders, roll forming, etc.).

Ensure proper documentation of production output, scrap, downtime, and material usage.

Quality Control

Inspect in-process and completed components for accuracy and conformance to specifications.

Coach employees on quality expectations and proper inspection techniques.

Escalate and investigate quality issues, implementing corrective actions.

Safety & Compliance

Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, and lockout/tagout procedures.

Ensure employees follow safe lifting, equipment operation, and material-handling practices.

Conduct safety checks, participate in incident investigations, and drive a safety-first culture.

Inventory & Material Management

Ensure proper management of raw material inventory

Oversee accurate tracking of material usage, scrap, and returns to inventory.

Collaborate with purchasing and warehouse teams to maintain sufficient stock levels.

Ensure all materials are labeled, organized, and stored safely to support efficient production flow.

Report discrepancies, shortages, or overages and help investigate root causes.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve workflow, reduce waste, and increase throughput.

Partner with maintenance and leadership on equipment reliability and preventive maintenance schedules.

Support 5S, Lean, or operational excellence initiatives.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training preferred.

35 years of experience in metal fabrication, welding, machining, or manufacturing.

3+ years of supervisory or lead experience preferred.

Technical Skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and fabrication drawings.

Working knowledge of fabrication processes such as:

MIG welding

Sheet metal forming

Punching and machining

Roll forming and coil handling

Familiarity with calipers, gauges, and measurement tools.

Basic computer skills (production software, ERP entry, email).

Other Job Responsibilities and Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 4050 lbs regularly.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shift in a production environment.

Comfortable working around machinery and fabrication tools.

Soft Skills

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Amarr is an E-Verify participant.