Qualdoc

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations within a structural steel fabrication shop. This hands-on leadership role focuses on coordinating production activities, supporting shop employees, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring work is completed safely and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fabrication activities to support production goals and delivery deadlines.
• Lead and support welders, fitters, and other shop personnel.
• Assign work based on production priorities, available staffing, and equipment capacity.
• Monitor workflow and adjust schedules to maintain efficiency.
• Communicate production updates, priorities, and scheduling concerns with the team.
• Provide guidance on welding, fit-up, layout, and blueprint interpretation.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement solutions to reduce downtime.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to keep fabrication equipment operating efficiently.
• Help maintain production records and fabrication documentation.
• Support dimensional inspections and verify work meets project specifications in coordination with Quality Control.
• Promote compliance with workplace safety procedures, quality requirements, and shop policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Assist with onboarding new employees, training, and ongoing skills development.
• Perform additional leadership responsibilities as needed to support shop operations.

Requirements

• Three or more years of experience leading or supervising employees in a structural steel fabrication environment.
• Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication, welding, fit-up, and layout practices.
• Experience working with or operating CNC fabrication equipment and other manufacturing machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and production documentation.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety practices, quality control procedures, and production scheduling.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or adjusted schedules when production demands require.