Assistant Fabrication Manager

Loenbro; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Loenbro, LLC is seeking a Fabrication Manager to support the Senior Fabrication Manager in the Franklin, TN facility. This role leads production planning, workforce development, quality control, scheduling, and continuous improvement to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality fabrication operations.

The ideal candidate combines electrical construction and fabrication experience with strong leadership and a focus on safety, quality, and process standardization to enable growth and scalable

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electrical construction, fabrication, or industrial operations.
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or construction.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and construction drawings.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑ solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day fabrication operations and foster a safety‑driven culture.
• Coordinate production schedules, shop workflow, and resource allocation.
• Develop scalable processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with project teams to improve constructability and project performance.
• Maintain quality assurance and compliance with specifications and requirements.

Skills

Electrical construction

Fabrication

Production scheduling

Leadership

Blueprints & drawings

Quality control

Lean Manufacturing

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyman Electrician License

Tools

BIM

Navisworks

AutoCAD

VDC workflows

Job description

Job Title: Fabrication Manager

Company: Loenbro, LLC

Business Unit/Department: Fabrication Shop

Location: Franklin, TN / On-site

Reports to: Senior Fabrication Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Job Summary
The Fabrication Manager supports the Senior Fabrication Manager in the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of the Franklin, Tennessee fabrication facility. This role serves as the second-in-command for facility operations and provides leadership across production planning, workforce development, quality control, scheduling, fabrication operations, inventory coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives.

In addition to supporting the facility's current electrical prefabrication requirements, the Fabrication Manager plays a key role in implementing Loenbro's broader fabrication strategy by helping standardize processes, improve production efficiency, strengthen collaboration across fabrication operations, and support the continued evolution of scalable manufacturing capabilities.

The ideal candidate combines strong electrical construction and fabrication experience with an operational mindset focused on safety, quality, workforce development, production discipline, and continuous improvement. This individual will support current project-driven fabrication demands while helping establish the systems, processes, and operational consistency necessary for future growth.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Fabrication Manager in leading day-to-day fabrication facility operations.

• Serve as the facility leader in the absence of the Senior Fabrication Manager.

• Coordinate production schedules, shop workflow, and resource allocation to support project and operational needs.

• Partner with project, field, purchasing, warehouse, and design teams to ensure successful execution of fabrication deliverables.

• Lead daily production activities while promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Monitor production performance, labor productivity, and operational metrics to drive efficiency and consistency.

• Support implementation of process improvements, standardized work practices, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S initiatives.

• Ensure all work is completed safely, on schedule, within quality standards, and in compliance with company policies.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Production & Operations

• Oversee daily fabrication operations and production workflow.

• Coordinate fabrication schedules, material readiness, and delivery requirements.

• Support development of scalable processes, systems, and operational controls that improve efficiency and consistency.

• Collaborate with field and project teams to enhance constructability and overall project performance.

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

• Maintain quality control processes and fabrication standards.

• Conduct inspections and audits to verify compliance with specifications and requirements.

• Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and performance.

Fabrication & Manufacturing Oversight

• Provide leadership for fabrication activities, including electrical assemblies, conduit systems, skids, custom builds, and related fabrication processes.

• Support welding, metal fabrication, finishing, and coating operations as applicable.

• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, and manufacturing capacity.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop fabrication personnel.

• Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and workforce development initiatives.

• Foster a positive culture centered on teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.

Safety

• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and industry best practices.

• Promote a strong safety culture through coaching, observations, and proactive risk mitigation.

Other duties may be assigned as needed to support business operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in electrical construction, fabrication, manufacturing, industrial operations, or a related production environment. Experience supporting electrical prefabrication operations strongly preferred

• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a fabrication, manufacturing, or construction environment.

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, materials, and installation methods.

• Experience managing production schedules and shop operations.

• Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control process

• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, and construction documents.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Journeyman Electrician License.

• Experience in electrical prefabrication operations.

• Welding and metal fabrication experience.

• Experience with industrial painting or coatings processes.

• Familiarity with BIM, Navisworks, AutoCAD, or VDC workflows.

• Lean Manufacturing and 5S implementation experience.

• Experience supporting mission-critical, industrial, data center, or large commercial construction projects.

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

• Indoor office setting with controlled temperature.

• Fabrication shop with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, or other environmental factors.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Life and disability insurance

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

• Living with Integrity

• Exceeding Expectations

• Acting with Urgency

• Delivering Excellence

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer