Fabrication Manager

Olympic Steel; Minneapolis, Plymouth (MN, MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement & Employee Disoc

Job summary

Olympic Steel is seeking a skilled Fabrication Manager with a proven track record in metal fabrication and production leadership. You will guide continuous improvement initiatives, develop SOPs, and support capital planning for new equipment and facility projects.

The role requires cross-functional collaboration, lean manufacturing expertise, and the ability to train teams on safety, quality, and process standards to achieve high performance and compliance.

Qualifications

• 4 yr degree in Manufacturing, Engineering preferred; Business with applicable experience also acceptable.
• 7+ yrs experience in General Operations, Fabrication, or Assembly operations; Lean and standard processes knowledge preferred.
• Strong leadership and ability to work in fast-paced environments with limited structure.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, process development, and strategic development.
• Experience with fabrication processes (Burn, Bend, Stamping, Machining, Welding).
• ERP systems understanding and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead a fabrication/production team and drive continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to boost efficiency and utilization across the plant.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures and support capital expense planning.
• Oversee inventory management, budget planning, production scheduling, and quality control.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Team Leadership

Operations Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelors in Manufacturing or Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

MN1 Minneapolis (Coil)
625 Xenium Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55441, USA

MN1 Minneapolis (Coil)
625 Xenium Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55441, USA

MN2 Plymouth (Plate)
13100 Fifteenth Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55441, USA

MN2 Plymouth (Plate)
13100 Fifteenth Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55441, USA

• Pay or shift range: $100,000 USD to $150,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

About Olympic Steel

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and driven Fabrication Manager with a strong background in metal fabrication and production. This role is responsible for team leadership, identifying areas of opportunity, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to boost overall efficiency and utilization. The position will oversee the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and support capital expense planning for new plant, property, estimation, profit review, and equipment investments. You will work closely with all departments to ensure alignment across projects and operations. A thorough understanding of inventory management, customer service, budget planning, production scheduling, and quality control is essential, along with a solid foundation in lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate will have experience in operational development and change management, developing effective policies, and executing strategic improvements. Strong project management skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization are key. This role also involves training team members on safety, quality standards, and operational best practices to support a high-performing and compliant work environment.

Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 annually

Qualifications:

• 4 yr degree in Manufacturing, Engineering preferred. Degree in Business or other with applicable experience.
• 7+ yrs Experience in General Operations, Fabrication, or Assembly operations, multiple processes. Large OEM experience with knowledge of Lean and Standard Processes is preferred.
• Strong Leadership Skills, ability to work in fast-paced Environment with less structure than optimal
• Strong Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, Process development, strategic development
• Strong Experience and Understanding of Fabrication processes (Burn, Bend, Stamping, Machining, and Welding)
• Various ERP experience with understanding of how they operate
• Strong Business acumen, with financial understanding of cost accounting
• Demonstrated success in leading a team, change management, and results
• Metric Focused and Data Driven.

Why Work for Olympic Steel:

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
• Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.

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