Evening Fabrication Lead — Weld & Safety Oversight

Unique Metal Fabrication; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Unique Metal Fabrication in Pittsburg, Kansas, is seeking an Evening Shift Supervisor to oversee fabrication operations and manage staff. The candidate will ensure production flow, enforce safety and quality standards while supporting hands-on activities such as welding and troubleshooting.

Ideal candidates will have strong structural steel fabrication experience, leadership skills, and knowledge of AWS standards, with AWS CWI certification preferred. Join a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment focused on craftsmanship and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural steel fabrication and welding.
• Leadership experience and ability to supervise a shop team.
• Knowledge of AWS welding standards.
• AWS CWI certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise evening shift fabrication staff, including welders, fitters, operators, and material handlers.
• Coordinate production schedules and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Ensure work meets shop drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Perform visual inspections and monitor compliance with AWS D1.1 standards.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain shop organization.
• Conduct shift meetings and communicate production priorities.
• Assist with training, troubleshooting, and employee development.
• Support hands-on shop activities, material movement, and production flow.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and a professional work environment.

Skills

Structural steel fabrication

Welding oversight

Leadership skills

Knowledge of AWS welding standards

Job description

Unique Metal Fabrication in Pittsburg, Kansas, is seeking an Evening Shift Supervisor to oversee fabrication operations and manage staff. The candidate will ensure production flow, enforce safety and quality standards while supporting hands-on activities such as welding and troubleshooting.

Ideal candidates will have strong structural steel fabrication experience, leadership skills, and knowledge of AWS standards, with AWS CWI certification preferred. Join a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment focused on craftsmanship and safety.