Fabrication and Welding Manager

Underwater Mechanix UMX•Jacksonville, FL

7d•$90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

As the Fabrication and Welding Manager at UMX, you will lead the fabrication shop, oversee personnel, and ensure fabrication and welding projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to established quality standards. The role requires technical knowledge, leadership, the ability to interpret drawings, coordinate workloads, and manage materials and equipment. The ideal candidate demonstrates accountability and sound problem-solving, and is committed to developing employees, improving shop processes, and meeting project schedules. The position oversees fabrication and welding operations, project planning and coordination, technical work, staffing, timekeeping, project cost monitoring, quality control, equipment and shop readiness, material use, employee development, safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement. The work environment requires adherence to safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment. Physical demands include frequent movement and positions such as walking, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, regular use of hands and arms, and the ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds. UMX offers paid holidays; vacation, sick, and bereavement pay; required PPE; medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) with matching up to 3%; $25,000 life insurance; short- and long-term disability; an Employee Assistance Program; and career development opportunities. The employer pays 75% of premium payments, with benefits available after 60 days of employment.

Requirements

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with experience supervising, coaching, and holding personnel accountable.
Ability to develop three-week look-ahead schedules and plan staffing, materials, and equipment needs.
Experience in project planning, budgeting, cost tracking, and employee hours approval.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, and general computer skills.
Experience overseeing fabrication, welding, and structural steel assembly.
Working knowledge of SMAW, FCAW, and welding qualification requirements.
Ability to interpret drawings and direct fabrication and layout activities.
Knowledge of shop equipment, quality control, maintenance, and safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

Pipe fitting experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise fabrication and welding operations, set priorities, and maintain accountability for safety, quality, and productivity.
Review project requirements and coordinate shop schedules and deliverables with Project Managers and Operations Management.
Guide blueprint interpretation, layout, fabrication, fitting, and welding, and resolve technical questions before work proceeds.
Assign tasks based on employee qualifications, monitor progress, and adjust staffing and schedules.
Approve employee hours, verify project and task coding, and coordinate authorized overtime.
Track labor, material, consumable, and equipment costs; report potential overruns and implement authorized corrections.
Verify materials and workmanship meet project requirements, coordinate inspections, and correct deficiencies before release.
Oversee equipment operation, inspections, maintenance, and repairs; remove defective equipment from service.
Plan material needs, coordinate approved purchases, and minimize waste and rework.
Assess employee capabilities, coach employees, coordinate training and welding qualifications, and address performance concerns.
Enforce safety, PPE, and housekeeping standards; address hazards and report incidents.
Report progress and resource concerns, maintain shop records, and improve workflow and efficiency.