Director of Fabrication-Industrial Piping

Kimmel & Associates • Raleigh, NC

4d • $225,000 - $250,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Fabrication oversees hygienic and non-hygienic fabrication operations across two shops in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this leader manages shop production, logistics, personnel, equipment, inventory, and quality control to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. The role leads shop Superintendents or Foremen and works with Operations, Project Management, Virtual Design, suppliers, and field teams to coordinate fabrication from planning through delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of fabrication management experience in pipe and steel fabrication, with approximately 5–7 years of pipe fabrication experience.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication methods, welding procedures, and shop production processes.
• Welding experience with TIG, orbital, Stick, and MIG; applicable welding certifications must be maintained.
• Experience operating fabrication equipment, including pipe bevelers, plasma cutters, press brakes, and welding equipment.
• Ability to read P&IDs, orthographic drawings, isometric drawings, and shop drawings.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3, AWS D1.1, and ASME BPE standards.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, inventory, labor productivity, and multiple projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CAD viewers, Bluebeam, BIM 360, and related software.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Must reside within 60 miles of Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school or related college education.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations across both fabrication shops, including staffing, workflow, scheduling, and production priorities.
• Lead, train, and evaluate shop personnel, including welders, fitters, machine operators, and supervisors.
• Oversee pipe and structural steel fabrication, including platforms, mezzanines, skids, and carbon and stainless-steel piping assemblies.
• Interpret shop drawings and technical documents and ensure production follows project specifications and approved welding procedures.
• Maintain quality standards and compliance with applicable codes, including ASME B31.3, AWS D1.1, and ASME BPE.
• Manage labor productivity, budgets, production targets, inventory, equipment, and logistics.
• Coordinate material procurement, staging, loadout, and transportation to support project schedules.
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensure employee training, and oversee equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, control scope changes, and implement process improvements.
• Support estimating, bidding, cost forecasting, and operational reviews with the Operations Manager.

Benefits

• Annual compensation of $225,000–$250,000.
• Leadership responsibility across two specialized fabrication shops.
• Opportunity to influence production performance, quality, safety, and operational strategy.
• Additional benefits may be discussed during the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED