Manager of Steel Fabrication

Freedom Waterworks•Houston, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Steel Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of the Steel Fabrication department to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with Freedom Waterworks' quality standards. This position leads production, labor, scheduling, quality, inventory, equipment, and employee performance while collaborating with Sales, Project Management, Purchasing, Warehouse, Paint, and Drafting to meet customer expectations and operational goals. This role is P&L responsible.

Requirements

Experience with production scheduling, labor management, quality control, and inventory coordination.
Strong leadership, coaching, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, specifications, and isometric drawings.
Strong understanding of AWWA, AWS, ASME, SPFA, NSF/ANSI/CAN 61, and OSHA requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar manufacturing software.
Ability to analyze production metrics and implement process improvements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee steel fabrication operations, including production scheduling, labor planning, equipment utilization, inventory coordination, welding activities, and workflow to ensure customer orders are completed safely, on time, and within quality standards.
Lead, coach, develop, and hold accountable shop supervisors and fabrication employees.
Coordinate fabrication priorities with Sales, Project Management, Purchasing, Warehouse, Paint, and Drafting.
Ensure all fabricated products meet company quality standards and applicable customer specifications.
Serve as the department owner for SPFA, and all safety programs, ensuring compliance, documentation, audits, employee training, and adherence to company and regulatory standards.
Ensure compliance with applicable AWWA, AWS, ASME, OSHA, and company policies and procedures.
Oversee welding procedures, inspections, preventive maintenance, and material availability to support production schedules.
Identify and implement process improvements that increase productivity, reduce waste, improve quality, and control costs.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, employee development, disciplinary actions, and succession planning.
Support departmental budgeting, capital equipment planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Build strong working relationships across departments to ensure exceptional customer service and project execution.
Perform other duties as assigned.