Fab Shop Manager

Employ-Temps; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HRA card for copays

401k plan

Profit sharing

Paid holidays

Job summary

Employ-Temps is seeking a seasoned Fab Shop Manager in New Castle, PA to lead daily fabrication operations and coordinate production schedules. You will oversee shop activities, manage material procurement, and collaborate with project managers and the shop foreman to drive on-time delivery and quality.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with CAD/CAM programs, CNC machinery, and burn table operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in a manufacturing or fab shop environment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to operate hands-on with technical machines and programs.

Responsibilities

• Receive new job start-ups from project managers and plan schedule accordingly
• Manage material procurement with company purchasing
• Operate shop burn table nesting programs; draw burnout shapes on CAD, save as DXF, and use Hypertherm Pro Nest software for burn programs
• Assist with material take-offs and cut sheets for fabrication processing
• Perform weekly inventory of gases and re-order as needed
• Conduct periodic inventory of weld wire and other materials for fabrication
• Collaborate with shop foreman on job start-ups, scheduling, and daily tasks
• Coordinate with project managers and dispatch for deliveries to customers or job sites

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Organizational skills

Hands-on with machinery

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

CNC programming

Job description

Fab Shop Manager

We are seeking an experienced Fab Shop Manager to join our team in New Castle, Pennsylvania. This is a hands‑on leadership role ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a passion for manufacturing operations. As Fab Shop Manager, you will oversee daily shop activities, coordinate production schedules, procure materials, and work closely with the project managers and shop foreman to ensure smooth workflow. This position offers a great opportunity to lead a dedicated team and contribute to high‑quality fabrication projects.

Hours:

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (overtime and weekends possible)

Pay:

$35.00 - $40.00/hr based on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive new job start-ups from project managers and plan schedule accordingly
• Manage material procurement with company purchasing
• Operate shop burn table nesting programs; draw burnout shapes on CAD, save as DXF, and use Hypertherm Pro Nest software for burn programs
• Assist with material take-offs and cut sheets for fabrication processing
• Perform weekly inventory of gases and re-order as needed
• Conduct periodic inventory of weld wire and other materials for fabrication
• Collaborate with shop foreman on job start-ups, scheduling, and daily tasks
• Coordinate with project managers and dispatch for deliveries to customers or job sites

Minimum Requirements:

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or fab shop environment
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work hands‑on with technical machines and programs

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with CAD software and CNC programming
• Knowledge of shop safety procedures and regulations

Preferred Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior management or supervisory experience in fabrication or manufacturing environment

Other Requirements:

• On‑site work only
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime, weekends, or Sundays when necessary

Benefits:

• Full benefits after 90-day probation (medical, dental, vision, HRA card for copays)
• Paid holidays after 90 days (New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving + Day After, Christmas Eve + Christmas Day)
• 401k plan after 1 year plus cash balance plan
• Annual profit sharing after 1 year
• Vacation time: 1 week after 1 year; 2 weeks after 6 years; 3 weeks after 10 years
• Optional employee-paid benefits: Short-term disability, accidental death policy
• Eligible for performance-based raises after 90 days and annually in June

Join our team and lead with precision and expertise.

Employ-Temps Staffing Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.