Weld Fabrication Supervisor – 2nd Shift

Alloy Engineering Co & Subs•Berea, OH

2d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Alloy Engineering is seeking a hands-on Welding / Fabrication Supervisor to lead their 2nd shift operations in Berea, OH. This is a critical leadership role with full responsibility for production, quality, and team performance. The ideal candidate is a strong shop-floor leader experienced in fast-paced fabrication environments. As part of a 100% employee-owned company, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact and share in the company's success. The Weld / Fabrication Supervisor is accountable for the execution of welding and forming operations on the second shift, ensuring that production targets for schedule, quality, safety, and labor are met. This individual acts as the primary on-shift leader, making immediate decisions to maintain workflow, resolve issues, and achieve results independently of day-shift leadership.

Requirements

7+ years in fabrication or welding manufacturing
2+ years in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of welding processes (GMAW, GTAW)
Experience in job shop or heavy fabrication preferred
Blueprint reading and welding symbols proficiency
Experience leading teams in fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

Own execution of the daily production schedule for forming and welding operations
Ensure work is completed on time and to quality standards
Identify and resolve bottlenecks in real time to maintain flow
Sequence work within the shift to support overall plant priorities
Maintain control of WIP to prevent downstream delays or accumulation
Coordinate workflow between welding, press brake, and upstream fabrication processes
Ensure balanced flow of work across operations
Adjust labor and priorities as conditions change
Own safety performance on shift including hazard recognition and incident response
Maintain disciplined work environment and PPE compliance
Address unsafe conditions immediately
Ensure welds meet ASME, AWS and company standards
Drive in-process quality discipline and containment of non-conformances
Support root cause identification and corrective actions
Lead and develop welders and fabrication personnel
Assign work and optimize labor utilization
Provide coaching, feedback, and performance oversight
Support training and skill development
Lead thru Visual Metrics – Safety, OTD, Quality, Productivity, Rework, and Utilization
Provide structured daily handoff to plant supervision and Plant Manager
Escalate production risks early
Ensure clear communication across shifts
Resolve technical production issues in real time
Implement countermeasures to maintain output
Support continuous improvement efforts
Serve as the first point of contact for technical issues impacting welding, forming, and fabrication operations on shift
Troubleshoot weld defects, fit-up issues, distortion, and process inconsistencies in real time
Interpret prints, WPS requirements, and welding symbols to guide proper execution and correct errors
Support resolution of equipment-related issues (weld machines, fixtures, press brakes) in coordination with maintenance as needed
Identify root causes of recurring process problems and implement immediate countermeasures to maintain production flow
Partner with Engineering & Quality to resolve complex technical issues and ensure corrective actions are sustained
Provide hands-on guidance and coaching to operators to improve technique, consistency, and overall workmanship
Ensure technical issues are documented, communicated, and handed off effectively between shifts