Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership and Management:

Supervise, mentor, and train fabrication personnel (welders, machinists, fitters, etc.). Schedule and assign daily tasks to optimize workflow and meet production deadlines. Conduct performance evaluations, manage disciplinary issues, and promote a positive team culture.

2. Production and Quality Control:

Oversee the execution of all fabrication activities, including cutting, welding, forming, and assembly, ensuring adherence to engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications. Implement and maintain rigorous quality control procedures, inspecting finished products for conformance to standards (e.g., AWS/ASME welding codes). Minimize scrap, rework, and waste through process optimization and proper material handling.

3. Safety and Compliance:

Enforce all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental compliance standards. Conduct regular safety meetings, risk assessments, and equipment checks to ensure a safe working environment. Ensure all team members utilize appropriate PPE and follow safe operating procedures for machinery and tools.

4. Operational Efficiency:

Monitor production metrics (e.g., throughput, utilization, on-time delivery) and implement corrective actions to improve performance. Manage inventory of raw materials, consumables (e.g., welding wire, gas), and tools, ensuring adequate supply without excess. Troubleshoot production issues related to equipment, materials, and processes.

5. Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate records of production output, labor hours, material usage, and equipment maintenance. Report on production status, challenges, and proposed improvements to the Production Manager. Assist in estimating labor and material costs for new projects.
Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required. A vocational degree, technical certification, or Associates degree in Manufacturing Technology, Welding, or a related field is highly preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.

Technical Skills:

Expertise in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols. Proficiency in various welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) and fabrication techniques (cutting, bending, forming). Familiarity with CNC machinery, press brakes, shears, and other metalworking equipment. Knowledge of quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and industry-specific codes (e.g., AWS D1.1).

Soft Skills:

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proven ability to motivate teams and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Demands

Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Visual acuity necessary to inspect fabrication work and read detailed blueprints.
Reporting Structure

This position typically reports to the

Production Manager

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?20,000.00 - ?30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Leave encashment Provident Fund
Work Location: In person