Fabrication Shop Lead: Dumpster Fabrication & Welding

Nexus Disposal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nexus Disposal is seeking a Fabrication Shop Manager in Houston to lead daily operations, oversee dumpster fabrication and repair, and manage inventory. You will supervise welders, coordinate with sales, and ensure safety and quality standards across the shop.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of metal fabrication experience, 2+ years in leadership, and welding on heavy equipment. On-site role with strong teamwork and OSHA compliance required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; welding/fabrication certification preferred.
• 5+ years in metal fabrication, including structural welding and dumpster fabrication.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience welding on diesel trucks or heavy equipment.
• Able to read blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication schematics.
• Strong inventory management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fabrication shop operations to ensure efficient workflow and quality workmanship.
• Lead fabrication and repair of roll-off and front-load dumpsters to meet durability and safety standards.
• Perform welding repairs on diesel trucks and related fleet equipment as needed.
• Manage on-site dumpster inventory and track status of all units.
• Coordinate with sales to provide real-time inventory updates and production timelines.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate fabrication staff and welders, emphasizing safety and teamwork.
• Maintain records in the inventory system and enforce OSHA-compliant practices.
• Conduct quality control inspections on completed work.

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory management

Blueprint reading

Welding & fabrication

Communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Reading welding symbols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding certification

Fabrication certification

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torches

Grinders

Measuring instruments

Job description

Nexus Disposal is seeking a Fabrication Shop Manager in Houston to lead daily operations, oversee dumpster fabrication and repair, and manage inventory. You will supervise welders, coordinate with sales, and ensure safety and quality standards across the shop.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of metal fabrication experience, 2+ years in leadership, and welding on heavy equipment. On-site role with strong teamwork and OSHA compliance required.