Miscellaneous Metals Fabrication Supervisor

Qualdoc•Hanover, PA

About The Position

A fabrication shop in Hanover, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced Miscellaneous Metals Fabrication Supervisor to oversee daily shop operations, production activities, and fabrication personnel. The position coordinates workflow and labor, maintains quality and safety standards, and ensures production goals are met. The ideal candidate has a strong background in miscellaneous metals fabrication and experience leading shop employees. This is a full-time, second-shift position. Pay is up to $35.00 per hour, plus a $3.00-per-hour second-shift differential. Overtime opportunities are available. The role is a direct hire.

Requirements

5–10 years of experience in miscellaneous metals fabrication.
Strong understanding of miscellaneous metals fabrication processes and workflow.
Experience overseeing shop personnel, labor allocation, and production scheduling.
Knowledge of fabrication safety requirements and quality standards.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple production activities and meet operational deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Previous fabrication foreman or shop leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily miscellaneous metals fabrication activities.
Coordinate production schedules, labor assignments, and workflow.
Monitor production progress and communicate updates to management.
Coordinate fitting, welding, assembly, and material handling operations.
Ensure efficient use of labor, equipment, and materials.
Supervise fitters, welders, machine operators, and shop laborers.
Support employee training, development, and performance management.
Conduct daily production and safety meetings.
Maintain appropriate staffing levels and manage labor utilization.
Promote teamwork, communication, and accountability.
Enforce shop safety policies and procedures.
Ensure fabricated products meet quality standards, project specifications, and fabrication tolerances.
Work with QC personnel to coordinate inspections and resolve quality concerns.
Identify fabrication issues and implement corrective actions.
Maintain shop cleanliness, organization, and housekeeping standards.
Monitor the condition and readiness of fabrication equipment.
Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs with management.
Oversee material handling, storage, and consumable inventory.
Support shop organization and continuous improvement efforts.
Monitor labor hours, productivity, rework, and operational efficiency.
Track production schedules and overall shop output.
Participate in KPI reviews and operational reporting.
Assist with workforce planning and production forecasting.
Coordinate with Plant Management, Miscellaneous Metals Operations, Project Management, Purchasing, Detailing, Data Control, Quality Control (QC), Safety, and Logistics and Trucking to support production and project requirements.