Fabrication Ops Lead - Lean & Growth Impact

Adecco US, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco US, Inc. in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Fabrication Operations Manager to lead sheet metal fabrication, welding, and finishing processes. This hands-on role manages daily production, develops staff, and ensures safety and quality while driving continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in manufacturing, 5+ in sheet metal fabrication, and 3+ years in supervisory roles, with strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or a related field.
• 5+ years of sheet metal fabrication or manufacturing experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Strong leadership and employee development skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement is highly valued.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and on-time production.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily sheet metal fabrication, welding, and finishing operations
• Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet customer and project deadlines
• Monitor production to ensure products meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, scheduling conflicts, and manufacturing issues
• Work closely with Engineering and Production teams to resolve technical and process challenges
• Monitor production metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput, and cost
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities and recommend equipment repairs, upgrades, and purchases
• Establish and maintain safe work practices and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety requirements
• Lead, coach, train, and develop fabrication and production employees
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of production employees
• Conduct safety meetings and employee training
• Investigate workplace incidents and implement corrective actions
• Communicate production status, issues, staffing needs, and resource requirements to leadership

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

Adecco US, Inc. in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Fabrication Operations Manager to lead sheet metal fabrication, welding, and finishing processes. This hands-on role manages daily production, develops staff, and ensures safety and quality while driving continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in manufacturing, 5+ in sheet metal fabrication, and 3+ years in supervisory roles, with strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.