Fabrication Manager Glazing Industry

R & R Window Contractors, Inc.•Northampton, MA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

R & R Window Contractors, Inc. is family owned and operated and one of the well known window, storefront, curtainwall and panel trade contractors in New England. From our headquarters in Easthampton, MA, we have performed outstanding work for a variety of public and private commercial projects throughout New England for over 40 years. Our company is ideal for individuals who are looking to make a difference as an individual and as a team or may want to relocate from a larger corporate environment; in which they may just be a number to a smaller more intimate family type environment. Join our Team: We are not just looking for a floor supervisor; we're looking for a tactical leader to bridge the gap between our drafting table and the field. The Fabrication Manager is the "Air Traffic Controller" of our shop. You'll oversee the flow of projects from shop drawings to products ready for installation at the jobsite. You will be the go-to person for the shop crew, partner to our Project Managers, and the guardian of our quality standards. As the Fabrication Manager, you will have a "coach-player" relationship with the shop fabricators. This is a role for someone who loves the logic of a perfect schedule but isn't afraid to jump on a saw or build a custom jig when the team needs an extra hand. Job Description - What a Typical Day Looks Like: The Morning Kick-off - Arrive early to set the board. You'll review the latest drawings, check emails for field updates, and assign the crew to their stations the moment they walk in The Technical Bridge You'll review full-size shop drawings, catching dimensional errors before they hit the CNC, saw or brake. Create or assist in generating cut lists when needed. Problem Solving When a new material like aluminum arrives, you're the one designing the jig and teaching the team the "what" and the "why" of the new process. You'll troubleshoot fabrication challenges and create design solutions by utilizing existing shop equipment. Workflow Logic You'll manage the "dance" between the CNC, saw area, the door department and shipping/receiving to ensure no job hits a bottleneck. Quality Control & Shop Standards You'll maintain fabrication quality standards through continuous oversight of the work in progress. The Afternoon Reset As the floor settles, you're prepping for tomorrow-organizing materials, tracking job costs, and coordinating with PM's on upcoming deadlines.

Requirements

Experience: 5-10 Years in fabrication (Glazing, Metal, or Architectural Millwork preferred)
The "Eye" An expert ability to read shop drawings and spot a discrepancy at a glance
Leadership 10 years or more of experience managing crews and a knack for coaching less experienced fabricators
Tech-Savvy Mechanical aptitude for shop equipment and the ability to track hours and materials digitally. Experience with Microsoft 360 and its applications(Outlook, Word, Excel)
Reliability A commitment to the 7:00AM start and the grit required to stay late when required. Also the ability to thrive in a fast-paced tight project schedule environment.

Responsibilities

Review latest drawings, check emails for field updates, and assign the crew to their stations
Review full-size shop drawings, catching dimensional errors before they hit the CNC, saw or brake
Create or assist in generating cut lists when needed
Design jigs and teach the team the "what" and the "why" of the new process when a new material arrives
Troubleshoot fabrication challenges and create design solutions by utilizing existing shop equipment
Manage the "dance" between the CNC, saw area, the door department and shipping/receiving to ensure no job hits a bottleneck
Maintain fabrication quality standards through continuous oversight of the work in progress
Organize materials, track job costs, and coordinate with PM's on upcoming deadlines