Fabrication Assembly Supervisor (Night Shift)

Gulf Island; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gulf Island is seeking a Fabrication Assembly Supervisor to oversee enclosure assembly production, enforce safety and quality standards, and ensure on-time delivery within budget. You will lead a large manufacturing team, coach staff, and coordinate with other departments to streamline workflow in a fast-paced outdoor/worksite environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of supervisory experience in heavy manufacturing, strong English communication, blueprint reading skills, and proficiency

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, specifically enclosures or assembly.
• Read, write and speak proficient English.
• Ability to supervise multiple projects and departments simultaneously.
• Knowledgeable in assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Excellent coaching and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise daily activities of enclosure assembly employees
• Assure monthly goals and KPIs are met
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate workflow and prevent bottlenecks
• Set priorities for the team to ensure daily task completion
• Monitor, track and meet project budgeted labor hours
• Ensure employee timecards are correct and labor hours are properly recorded
• Interpret and execute policies and procedures
• Monitor processes to ensure quality standards are met
• Coach and lead the enclosure assembly team
• Communicate with and assist other departments as needed
• Ensure proper staging of materials at each workstation
• Ensure production efficiencies meet or exceed expectations
• Implement cost-saving strategies and techniques
• Ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for all employees
• Support continuous improvement
• Administer company policies consistently and fairly
• Ensure quality hold points are followed and all products are reviewed and signed off prior to completion
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Skills

Supervisory experience

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Main Purpose:

The Fabrication Assembly Supervisor upholds the safety regulations of our company and supervises production processes to guarantee that all our products meet quality expectations, budget and delivery requirements. This position is responsible for supervising a large, diverse and talented enclosure assembly manufacturing team. The primary goal of this position is to properly organize team members and achieve an efficient and productive workflow throughout the day. This position will also include directing, disciplining, training and assisting lower-level manufacturing employees in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate and supervise daily activities of enclosure assembly employees
• Assure monthly goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate workflow, prevent bottlenecks and ensure each stage of the manufacturing process flows smoothly into the next
• Set priorities for the team to ensure daily task completion
• Monitor, track and meet project budgeted labor hours
• Ensure employee timecards are correct and labor hours are properly recorded, including rework
• Interpret and execute policies and procedures
• Monitor processes to ensure quality standards are met
• Coach and lead the enclosure assembly team
• Communicate with and assist other departments as needed
• Ensure proper staging of materials at each workstation
• Ensure production efficiencies meet or exceed expectations
• Implement cost‑saving strategies and techniques
• Ensure safety, quality and on‑time delivery
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for all employees
• Support continuous improvement
• Administer company policies consistently and fairly
• Ensure quality hold points are followed and all products are reviewed and signed off prior to completion
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, specifically enclosures or assembly
• Read, write and speak proficient English
• Ability to supervise multiple projects and departments simultaneously
• Knowledgeable in assembly and manufacturing processes
• Ability to provide clear, explicit verbal directions
• Ability to plan shop flow and execute goals
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to analyze and solve issues pertaining to quality, safety and production
• Excellent coaching and communication skills
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

• Forklift experience
• Previous experience with generator enclosure assembly
• Previous experience in Roofs, Doors and Sub‑assembly (RDS)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

• Computer and office equipment, assemblies, RDS etc.

Environmental Conditions:

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.

Benefits Offered:

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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