Fabrication Branch Manager

Venturi Supply; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

HSA options

Employer-paid life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

PTO from day one

EAP program

Career growth

Job summary

Venturi Supply is seeking a Fabrication Branch Manager to lead a multimillion-dollar fabrication operation. You will direct welders and fabricators, manage schedules, and optimize margins while ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on involvement with production workflows. You will oversee staffing, training, and performance while ensuring profitability across the branch.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operations and P&L management experience in the same or similar industry preferred.
• College degree preferred.
• Ability to pass background check, MVR check, and drug test where required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, twist, stand for long periods, climb, push, pull, carry, reach for items.

Responsibilities

• Directs fabrication production workflow by maintaining production schedule with resource loading.
• Oversees interpretation of drawings and specifications.
• Directs welders and fabricators to meet production goals and margins.
• Maintains safety and quality through process controls and training.
• Manages hiring, performance reviews, and personnel issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team building

P&L management

Education

College degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Job Type
Full-time

Description

Join our expanding team! Venturi Supply is the parent company to a national network of distributors specializing in pipe, valves, fittings, tanks, and industrial supplies, proudly serving a wide range of industries. With deep local roots and national reach through the Venturi Supply platform, our mission is to deliver the critical materials, custom solutions, and reliable service our customers depend on. At the heart of everything we do is our people. From the shop floor and counter to the job site and field, it’s our team’s expertise, commitment, and problem-solving mindset that set us apart. Their dedication fuels our service, drives our accuracy, and ensures every order is handled with care and urgency. Backed by strategically located branches, a vast inventory, in-house fabrication capabilities, and decades of real-world experience, our teams connect infrastructure and industry to the essential resources they need to operate safely, efficiently, and successfully. We’re more than a distributor—we’re a trusted partner built on strong relationships, operational know-how, and a relentless focus on customer success.

Role Overview

The Fabrication Branch Manager directs the profitable operation of a multimillion-dollar fabrication business. They direct all welders and fabricators who work on the necessary component parts of pipe support and other miscellaneous steel fabrication that supports the organization’s production goals and objectives while meeting and/or exceeding customer expectations. They lead daily activities that ensure employee safety, production accuracy, and optimal performance, and are responsible for the development and retention of their teams.

Manager Responsibilities

• Leading and motivating the team to achieve performance goals.
• Setting clear objectives and expectations for team members.
• Providing coaching, support, and feedback to improve team performance.
• Ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Acting as a liaison between upper management and staff.
• Analyzing performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement.
• Implementing strategic initiatives to achieve organizational goals.
• Addressing personnel issues and fostering a positive work environment.
• Managing hiring and termination processes.
• Overseeing timecard management.
• Conducting performance management activities.

Responsibilities

• Attracts, develops and retains a group of highly effective welders and fabricators and is responsible for creating positive team morale and optimal retention.
• Directs entire fabrication production workflow by maintaining production schedule with resource loading.
• Oversees interpretation of drawings/specifications.
• Oversees and provides guidance on pricing and maximizing margin.
• Demonstrates understanding of core welding technologies, plasma cutting, and various fabrication machinery.
• Interfaces with various levels in the organization and shares information as required.
• Enforces established safety guidelines; promotes a safe workplace.
• Maintains accurate records and metrics.
• Ensures inventory accuracy through process development, adherence, and management.
• Identifies, documents, and implements opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area.
• Controls complete P&L for branch to ensure profitability.
• Performs additional duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Personal integrity, leadership skills, and communications ability to inspire optimum performance among a diverse set of employees.
• 5+ years of operations and P&L management experience in the same or similar industry preferred.
• College degree preferred.
• Intermediate level MS Office Suite and distribution-specific ERP systems skills.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, twist, stand for long periods of time, climb, push, pull, carry, reach for items, and endure frequent exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Ability to pass background check, MVR check, and drug test where required.

Benefits

We're dedicated to our employees' and their families' health and well-being.

• Benefits begin on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Exceptional Health Coverage

• Three medical plans, including HSA-qualified, with virtual care.
• Dental and vision coverage, including kids' orthodontia.
• HRA reimbursement eligibility.
• Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance.

Smart Financial Benefits

• 401(k) plan: Pre-tax and Roth options plus a generous employer matching contribution.

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Enjoy 10 paid holidays and accrue PTO from your first day.
• Flexible workplace culture with career growth opportunities.

Wellness & Support

• Access a robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support for you and your family.
• Resources to support mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Culture that Works for You

• Join a team that values integrity and innovation.
• Grow as a leader in industrial distribution with cutting-edge automation and supply chain solutions.
• Be part of a company that prioritizes people over profits.

Venturi Supply and its affiliated companies are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against individuals based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

Salary Description

$100k-$115k annually