Overview
The Metal Fabricator Manager position in Orange, VA, is a full-time, on-site role responsible for overseeing daily shop operations, supervising fabrication teams, and ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently. The company, W3Global, specializes in connecting candidates with clients and has a strong reputation in the staffing industry.
Responsibilities
- Supervise daily metal fabrication shop operations and team activities.
- Oversee welding, fabrication, grinding, layout, and finishing processes.
- Ensure quality control standards are maintained throughout production.
- Coordinate project schedules, deliveries, and workflow with internal teams and subcontractors.
- Train and guide fabrication staff on shop procedures and safety practices.
- Monitor and maintain fabrication equipment and shop tools.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company procedures.
- Support inventory handling and forklift operations as needed.
Requirements
- Experience in metal fabrication, welding, and metalworking.
- Strong knowledge of steel fabrication layout techniques.
- Experience using shop equipment and power tools.
- Experience with grinding and surface finishing.
- Knowledge of forklift operation.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Computer skills including Word, Excel, Email, PDF, DWF, and CAD.
- Previous supervisory or management experience in a fabrication environment preferred.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Ability to pass a drug screening.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Stable full-time opportunity
- Professional team environment
- Career growth opportunities
- Hands-on leadership role in fabrication operations