Fabrication Production Manager

Atterro; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) plan

Leadership development

Job summary

Atterro is hiring a Fabrication Production Manager in Alexandria, MN to lead daily production operations, supervise fabrication teams, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time schedules. This leadership role emphasizes coaching, problem-solving, and continuous improvement on the shop floor.

The position requires 5+ years in manufacturing management, a related bachelor's degree (preferred), and strong CAD/Office skills. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing management experience
• Leadership experience in fabrication/manufacturing
• Experience interviewing, coaching, mentoring, and developing employees
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and blueprints
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication, presentation, organizational, and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop fabrication supervisors and production teams
• Oversee department performance, productivity, quality, and safety metrics
• Ensure production schedules are met and machine builds are completed on time
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Monitor workforce performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Collaborate across departments to support operational goals
• Maintain a safe, organized, and high-performing manufacturing environment
• Support employee training, engagement, and professional development

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

CAD drawings

Microsoft Office

Communication

Presentation

Organization

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Now hiring for a Fabrication Production Manager – Direct Hire
Location: Alexandria, MN
Salary: $81,000.00 – $112,000.00 per year
Schedule: Friday – Sunday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Respect the Process. Run the Floor.

Looking for Fabrication Production Manager jobs in Alexandria where you can lead from the floor and keep production moving? This opportunity puts your leadership, manufacturing experience, and problem-solving skills to work keeping people productive, quality high, and safety at the center of every shift.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of manufacturing management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous leadership experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Experience interviewing, coaching, mentoring, and developing employees
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and blueprints
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication, presentation, organizational, and decision-making skills

Job Duties

• Lead and develop fabrication supervisors and production teams
• Oversee department performance, productivity, quality, and safety metrics
• Ensure production schedules are met and machine builds are completed on time
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Monitor workforce performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Collaborate across departments to support operational goals
• Maintain a safe, organized, and high-performing manufacturing environment
• Support employee training, engagement, and professional development

Physical Capabilities

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as needed
• Lift up to 50 lbs. independently
• Lift, push, or pull up to 75 lbs. with assistance
• Ability to travel as required

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay for leaders who know how to keep a shift moving.
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Leadership Opportunities that let you build manufacturing management experience while developing strong production teams.

“Love working there, enjoy the experience, hope to work with them again. While there, learned how to troubleshoot some of the machines.” — Staffmark, Production Supervisor

What You Will Do

As a Fabrication Production Manager you will lead daily production operations, assign work, coordinate staffing, monitor workflow, coach employees, and keep the shift moving without cutting corners on safety or quality. You will track production goals and performance, lead pre-shift meetings, troubleshoot operational problems, coordinate with maintenance, quality, warehouse, and leadership teams, maintain production records and shift reports, support employee training, and create a respectful workplace built around teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

The Fabrication Production Manager keeps the production floor moving by giving employees clear direction and making sure the people, materials, equipment, and priorities of the shift stay aligned. It is a hands-on leadership role for people who understand how manufacturing actually works.

A successful Fabrication Production Manager knows when to coach, when to troubleshoot, when to adjust staffing, and when to bring in maintenance, quality, or other support teams. Strong supervisors respect the process while recognizing that real production environments require quick decisions and practical problem-solving.

This career offers experienced manufacturing professionals the opportunity to turn floor knowledge into meaningful leadership.