Fabrication Supervisor

Arthur G Russell Co•Fletcher, NC

About The Position

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Fabrication Supervisor coordinates and monitors the activities of the Fabrication and Welding Departments. The role works with minimal supervision to machine complex parts to engineering drawings, sketches, other documentation, or verbal instructions using metalworking equipment. The position oversees daily fabrication and welding work, coordinates employees and resources to meet production schedules, supports employee development, and monitors workmanship and quality. It also involves setting up and operating manual metalworking equipment and CNC equipment as needed, maintaining tools and equipment, and following company safety, security, quality, and ISO requirements.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of manufacturing practices, methods, and operations.
Ability to organize, plan, and delegate effectively.
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate well in written, electronic, and verbal forms.
Ability to maintain professional and ethical behavior in all situations and maintain confidentiality.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a Tool Maker or Machinist Apprenticeship or equivalent and four to six years of experience.
Five years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily fabrication and welding activities, assign work, and coordinate labor and resources to meet production schedules.
Monitor employee performance, productivity, and workmanship; provide guidance and communicate employee concerns to the Plant Manager.
Train and mentor employees, including Toolmaker Apprentices, and coordinate supervisory coverage during absences.
Review engineering drawings, bills of materials, and other instructions to determine fabrication methods, tooling, and efficient operation sequences.
Set up and operate manual metalworking equipment, including ProtoTraks, Bridgeports, mills, lathes, drill presses, and grinders, to produce complex parts that meet specifications.
Operate CNC equipment as needed.
Monitor part quality throughout production, submit samples to Inspection, and promptly communicate production or quality issues to the Plant Manager.
Collaborate with other departments, assist employees as needed, and participate in job reviews and continuous improvement efforts.
Maintain fabrication equipment and tools in good working order, use them as intended, and keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly.
Follow company policies, safety and security procedures, and AGR Quality System and ISO requirements.