3rd-Shift Fabrication Supervisor: CNC, Laser & Welding

API Heat Transfer Career Center; Iron Ridge (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead 3rd shift operations at our Iron Ridge fabrication facility, supporting production across CNC, laser, brake press, and welding. This role focuses on safety, quality, and team development in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll supervise a skilled team, drive daily production plans, manage staffing and KPIs, and partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues while advancing Lean initiatives and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in fabrication (CNC, laser, brake press, welding).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work 3rd shift with overtime as needed

Responsibilities

• Supervise 1st shift fabrication operations to meet production schedules and customer demand
• Coordinate workflows across CNC machining, laser cutting, brake press forming, and welding
• Ensure efficient staffing, material flow, and equipment utilization
• Coach, mentor, and manage a team of welders, machine operators, and fabrication technicians
• Provide performance feedback, support development, and address performance concerns
• Build a strong, accountable, and engaged team culture
• Enforce safety policies and lead by example in a manufacturing environment
• Conduct safety observations, training, and incident follow-ups
• Promote a proactive safety-first culture
• Ensure all fabricated components meet quality standards and specifications
• Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues and improve processes
• Support Lean initiatives, 5S, and efficiency improvements
• Oversee scheduling, attendance, and timekeeping
• Track and improve KPIs such as productivity, scrap, and on-time delivery

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

3rd shift

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

CNC machinery

Laser cutters

Brake presses

Welding

Job description

API Heat Transfer is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead 3rd shift operations at our Iron Ridge fabrication facility, supporting production across CNC, laser, brake press, and welding. This role focuses on safety, quality, and team development in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll supervise a skilled team, drive daily production plans, manage staffing and KPIs, and partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues while advancing Lean initiatives and continuous improvement.