Structure Supervisor

Lloyd Richards Personnel • Tulsa, OK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Lloyd Richards Personnel is currently seeking an experienced Structural Fabrication Supervisor for one of our valued manufacturing partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven leader with a strong background in welding, structural steel fabrication, and shop supervision who is ready to take ownership of production operations and drive team success. If you thrive in a fast-paced fabrication environment, enjoy leading crews, solving problems, and improving processes, we want to hear from you. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring extensive fabrication knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in structural steel, welding, or heavy fabrication environments required.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, structural fabrication techniques, and shop operations.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, blueprints, fabrication prints, and technical documents.
• Experience scheduling labor, coordinating materials, and managing production timelines.
• Proven ability to lead teams, enforce accountability, and drive results.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Hands-on management style with a willingness to assist on the shop floor when needed.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Supervisor, Lead, Foreman, or similar leadership role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily fabrication operations, including welders, fitters, and fabrication personnel.
• Schedule manpower and assign work according to production priorities and master production schedules.
• Review upcoming projects and proactively adjust labor, workflow sequencing, and resources to meet deadlines.
• Order and manage materials to ensure fabrication schedules remain on track.
• Coordinate and oversee subcontracted fabrication work and outside fabrication vendors.
• Build, modify, and maintain fabrication fixtures, jigs, and workholding systems to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Monitor production quality, department productivity, and workplace safety.
• Enforce company procedures, fabrication standards, and safety requirements.
• Hold employees accountable for attendance, performance, workmanship, and safety compliance.
• Troubleshoot fabrication challenges and collaborate with engineering and management teams to develop solutions.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate production status, project delays, staffing needs, and department updates to management.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to fabrication personnel while fostering a positive team environment.
• Assist with fabrication activities and shop floor operations when needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing organization.
• Opportunity to lead a skilled fabrication team and make a direct impact on operations.
• Supportive work environment focused on quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• Opportunity to implement process improvements and influence shop performance.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Work with a respected company that values leadership, craftsmanship, and employee success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed