Fabrication Shop Manager

W3Global; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health savings account

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Career growth opportunities

Strong company culture

Job summary

W3Global seeks an experienced Fabrication Shop Manager to lead a stone fabrication facility’s daily operations, from production planning to installation coordination. You’ll manage craftsmanship, safety, and customer satisfaction while guiding a skilled production team and coordinating with project management and field staff.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong CNC and stone fabrication knowledge, and a track record of improving process efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience in stone fabrication, countertop manufacturing, or a related industry.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, and other natural stone products.
• Experience operating or overseeing CNC equipment and stone fabrication machinery.
• Strong organizational, scheduling, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to lead teams while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily fabrication shop operations, including cutting, polishing, finishing, and installation coordination.
• Develop production schedules and installation plans to meet project deadlines.
• Monitor workflow, labor allocation, productivity, and shop efficiency.
• Visit jobsites to review field conditions, verify measurements, assess logistics, and support project execution.
• Coordinate with project managers and field operations to ensure projects are delivered successfully and on schedule.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve production processes and efficiency.

Skills

Stone fabrication knowledge

CNC equipment experience

Supervisory experience

Scheduling

Quality control

Safety compliance

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fabrication Shop Manager to lead day-to-day operations of a stone fabrication facility. This role is responsible for production management, scheduling, team leadership, quality control, installation coordination, inventory, equipment maintenance, safety, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with experience in stone fabrication, countertop manufacturing, or a related industry, who can manage production teams while maintaining high standards for craftsmanship, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production Management

• Manage daily fabrication shop operations, including cutting, polishing, finishing, and installation coordination.
• Develop production schedules and installation plans to meet project deadlines.
• Monitor workflow, labor allocation, productivity, and shop efficiency.
• Visit jobsites to review field conditions, verify measurements, assess logistics, and support project execution.
• Coordinate with project managers and field operations to ensure projects are delivered successfully and on schedule.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve production processes and efficiency.

Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, coach, and develop fabrication and installation personnel.
• Schedule labor resources based on production and installation requirements.
• Conduct performance discussions and provide ongoing training.
• Establish a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work environment.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels and ensure employees have the resources needed to perform effectively.

Quality & Customer Satisfaction

• Ensure fabricated stone products meet company quality standards and customer expectations.
• Monitor workmanship throughout the fabrication process.
• Address production, fabrication, and installation issues promptly.
• Work with internal teams to resolve project challenges and prevent recurring issues.
• Promote continuous improvement and high-quality craftsmanship.

Inventory & Equipment Management

• Monitor inventory levels of stone, materials, tools, and shop supplies.
• Oversee receiving, storage, organization, and movement of materials.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs for CNC equipment, saws, polishing equipment, and other fabrication machinery.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and available for production.
• Maintain an organized and efficient shop environment.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce OSHA requirements and company safety policies.
• Conduct routine shop safety inspections and safety meetings.
• Ensure employees follow proper equipment operating and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional fabrication facility.
• Address safety concerns and corrective actions promptly.

Financial & Administrative Management

• Monitor labor costs, material usage, productivity, and operational expenses.
• Track key performance indicators and operational metrics.
• Prepare reports for management regarding production, labor, quality, and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability and reduce waste.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in stone fabrication, countertop manufacturing, or a related industry.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, and other natural stone products.
• Experience operating or overseeing CNC equipment and stone fabrication machinery.
• Strong organizational, scheduling, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to lead teams while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing a countertop or stone fabrication shop.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Commercial construction experience.
• Lean manufacturing or process improvement experience.
• Experience coordinating fabrication and field installation operations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Stable and established organization
• Collaborative leadership team and strong company culture

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on fabrication leader who understands stone fabrication from production through installation. They should be comfortable managing people, equipment, schedules, materials, quality, and safety while working closely with project management and field teams.

Experience with CNC stone fabrication, countertop manufacturing, commercial construction, and natural stone products is highly desirable.