Fabrication Shop Supervisor

ZipRecruiter; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in microchannel heat exchanger design is seeking a Fabrication Shop Supervisor to oversee daily operations, ensuring quality production and safety compliance. The role involves managing a team, optimizing resources, and implementing process improvements. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in manufacturing and leadership, along with a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret weld processes according to AWS and ASME Section IX.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production processes comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
• Provide training, support, and guidance to develop employee skills.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Safety Protocols

Quality Standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering

Bachelor’s degree in production management

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

As Fabrication Shop Supervisor, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the fabrication shop, ensuring efficient and effective production of welded assemblies according to ASME IX by assigning tasks to individuals, monitoring quality, maintaining safety standards, and adhering to production schedules. This includes production problem solving, identifying areas of improvement, and resource optimization.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure production processes comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of documentation to meet quality, production standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Communicate expectations to team members and evaluate their performance.
• Assign work based on production processes, policies, schedules, work orders, equipment capacity, and employee capabilities.
• Meet production demands aligned with company objectives.
• Respond effectively to schedules and product flow to supervise manufacturing operations.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure a safe and efficient workflow in the fabrication shop.
• Compile production reports and provide updates to management.
• Use resources and assets efficiently and correctly.
• Ensure compliance with safety and housekeeping standards.
• Promote company policies and the Quality Improvement program within departments.
• Provide training, support, and guidance to develop employee skills and safety practices.
• Offer objective feedback to support employee growth.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of fabrication processes, including welding, cutting, and assembly techniques.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• High commitment to quality standards.
• Effective problem-solving skills for production issues.
• Deep knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills across teams and departments.
• Experience working within an ISO Quality Management System or similar.
• Experience with KPI metrics to meet production objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, production management, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Ability to read and interpret weld processes according to AWS and ASME Section IX.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.

About Us

VPE Thermal, a subsidiary of Vacuum Process Engineering, is a world leader in microchannel heat exchanger design and manufacturing. We serve industries such as power, chemical processing, oil/gas, nuclear, and renewable energy with innovative heat exchangers. Our strong culture of R&D drives us to use cutting-edge manufacturing technology and design tools to develop the heat exchangers of tomorrow.