Fabrication Supervisor - 1st Shift

Yackandandah Community Development Company; Hollywood (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefit Package

401K Matching

Paid Time Off

Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities

Certification Sponsorship Opportunities

Job summary

Yackandandah Community Development Company is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor in Hollywood, SC, to oversee daily operations in the fabrication department. The ideal candidate will manage welding, fitting, and assembly operations while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include supervising staff, inspecting projects, and providing hands-on leadership. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in structural fabrication and a strong emphasis on safety. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in structural fabrication; 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with heavy steel fabrication, DOD, or industrial projects is desirable.
• Multiple process welding certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assign work to welders and fitters.
• Ensure compliance with blueprints and WPS.
• Inspect quality and monitor project progress.

Skills

Welding certifications

Leadership

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training in welding/fabrication

Job description

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You. Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands‑on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing. That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real‑world results. We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Overview

This Fabrication Supervisor oversees daily operations in the fabrication department, including welding, fitting, and assembly of structural steel and other metal components. This role ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards, drawings, and customer specifications. The Fabrication Supervisor provides leadership, technical guidance, and direction to welders, fitters, and helpers while coordinating with production management, engineering, and quality teams to meet schedule and cost objectives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and assign work to welders, fitters, and support personnel in the fabrication shop based on production schedules, manpower, and material availability.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with blueprints, fabrication drawings, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and company standards.
• Inspect fabricated assemblies for quality, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Monitor progress to ensure timely completion of projects while maintaining productivity and cost targets.
• Provide technical direction and hands‑on assistance in welding and fitting when necessary.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate employees to improve skills, quality, and efficiency.
• Enforce company safety policies, ensuring a safe working environment and proper use of PPE and tools.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality control, and project management to resolve production or technical issues.
• Maintain records of production, labor hours, rework, and material usage.
• Recommend process improvements, tooling needs, and equipment maintenance schedules.
• Support onboarding and certification of new welders and fitters in accordance with company and AWS standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in welding/fabrication preferred.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in structural fabrication, including 3+ years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Multiple process welding certifications and/or experience with certified welders preferred.
• Experience with heavy steel fabrication, DOD, or industrial projects is a plus.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel out of state for training as needed.

Physical Requirements

• May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
• May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.

Employee Values

• Uphold Safety and Quality Standards
• Embody Team Spirit
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
• Execute with Excellence and Velocity

Benefits and Compensation

• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Competitive Pay
• 401K Matching
• HSA/FSA
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Shift Differentials
• Overtime Potential
• Paid on the Job Training
• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
• Committed to Individual Career Growth
• We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

Need Assistance?

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email [e-mail] with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case‑by‑case basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans