Fabrication Shop Manager

bkimechanical; Tennessee; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Batchelor & Kimball, based in Conyers, GA, is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Shop Manager to lead daily operations in our fabrication shop and ensure safe, lean, on-time production. You will oversee labor resources, budgets, and cross-functional coordination with project teams to deliver high-quality prefabrication and field installation.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in fabrication, 3+ years in leadership, and a background in prefabrication of mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a fabrication shop, mechanical construction, or manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience with prefabrication of mechanical systems or multi-trade assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the Fab Tracker system, including kit production order workflows.
• Create, implement, and maintain the material kitting process—check-in, storage, sequencing, station-to-station movement.
• Manage shop foremen and oversee day-to-day workflow across all fabrication stations.
• Plan and manage shop labor resources, labor projections, and personnel certification compliance.
• Develop, monitor, and report on shop labor budgets.
• Coordinate with quality control partners to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Partner with purchasing and logistics teams for timely procurement and deliveries.
• Promote lean production and evaluate processes for efficiency improvements.
• Oversee subcontractors for multi-trade racks, skids, and prefabrication assemblies.
• Maintain inventory levels and minimize stored materials.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to establish fabrication schedules and labor budgets.
• Maintain communication with Project Managers regarding delivery status and progress.
• Manage shop tools, assets, and consumables inventory and maintenance.
• Model a culture aligned with company values.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Lean manufacturing

Reading drawings

ERP/shop systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Trade school certificate

Tools

Fab Tracker

Job description

Headquartered in Conyers, Georgia, Batchelor & Kimball takes pride in partnering with our clients to deliver excellent results from engineering and construction to operations and maintenance. We offer design/build and turnkey construction services, including teaming with selected subcontractors for electrical and general construction.

There's not a lot of BS here, and not a lot of turnover. Good people work at Batchelor & Kimball. We're good at our jobs, and good to each other. We have high expectations because the work is challenging, but we know the most valuable thing about the work is the people who do it. If this sounds like a good fit for you, we'd like to meet you!

If you are looking to grow your career and thrive in a team environment, then we invite you to apply for this position. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the daily operations, workflow, labor resources, and production processes in our fabrication shop. The Fabrication Shop Manager plays a critical role in ensuring safe practices, efficient material flow, lean production, and consistent communication with project teams to support high-quality prefabrication and on-time field installation.

What you'll do

• Coordinate and manage the Fab Tracker system, including kit production order workflows.
• Create, implement, and maintain the material kitting process-material check-in, storage, sequencing, and station-to-station movement.
• Manage shop foremen and oversee day-to-day workflow across all fabrication stations.
• Work closely with General Foremen (GFs) to plan and manage shop labor resources, labor projections, and personnel certification compliance.
• Develop, monitor, and report on shop labor budgets.
• Coordinate with third-party quality control partners to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Partner with purchasing and logistics teams to ensure timely procurement, material staging, and deliveries.
• Maintain and promote a lean production mindset, continuously evaluating processes for efficiency improvements.
• Manage subcontractors performing work on multi-trade racks, skids, and other coordinated prefabrication assemblies.
• Oversee inventory levels and implement strategies to minimize stored materials.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to establish fabrication schedules and labor budgets.
• Maintain constant communication with Project Managers regarding delivery status and production progress.
• Manage shop tools, assets, and consumable inventory, ensuring availability and proper maintenance.
• Establish, reinforce, and model a culture aligned with Batchelor & Kimball's core values.

What you'll need (minimum qualifications)

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Demonstrated team leadership skills and experience directing craft labor or shop personnel.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes, materials, and mechanical system assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, fabrication details, and shop tickets.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Proficiency with production tracking tools (Fab Tracker or similar preferred).
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office; experience with ERP or shop management systems is a plus.

Prior work experience and educational requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a fabrication shop, mechanical construction, or manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience with prefabrication of mechanical systems, multi-trade assemblies, or similar production workflows strongly preferred.
• Technical certifications or trade school education in welding, fabrication, or mechanical systems is a plus.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties may change at the discretion of management, and the employee may be required to perform duties not listed here.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.