Fabrication Supervisor - Aeroderivatives

Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting is looking for a 3rd Shift Fabrication Supervisor in Sedalia, Missouri. In this hands-on role, you will lead welding and fabrication operations, ensuring safety and quality standards are consistently met. This position requires over 5 years of relevant experience in turbine or heavy industrial environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of AWS/ASME standards, experience in managing a team, and the ability to read blueprints. Overnight shift work is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on welding/fabrication experience.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing/fabrication environment.
• Experience in turbine, power generation, or heavy industrial manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise 3rd shift fabrication and welding operations.
• Ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are met.
• Manage employee performance, including coaching and evaluations.
• Monitor production schedules and communicate progress.

Skills

GMAW

SMAW

FCAW

Cutting processes

Blueprint reading

AWS/ASME standards

Tools

Shop equipment

Measuring tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

3rd Shift Fabrication Supervisor (Welding ? Turbine / Energy Industry)
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About the Company

Our client is a leading engineering and manufacturing organization specializing in aeroderivative turbine solutions and fast‑start power generation. With a strong and growing U.S. footprint, they support critical energy infrastructure through high‑quality fabrication and repair services.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Fabrication Supervisor to lead a 3rd shift team within a turbine manufacturing and repair environment. This role is responsible for overseeing welding and fabrication operations, ensuring safety, quality, and production targets are consistently met.

This is a hands‑on leadership role ideal for someone with experience in turbine, power generation, or heavy industrial manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise 3rd shift fabrication and welding operations
• Ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are consistently met
• Manage employee performance including coaching, evaluations, and discipline
• Monitor production schedules and communicate progress to leadership
• Oversee quality inspections and ensure compliance with welding standards
• Track and report on labor hours, production goals, and operational metrics
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives including 5S and process enhancements
• Ensure accurate reporting for safety incidents, quality issues, and timekeeping

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on welding/fabrication experience (GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, cutting processes)
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Experience in turbine, power generation, or heavy industrial manufacturing REQUIRED
• Strong knowledge of AWS and/or ASME welding standards
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols
• Experience with shop equipment, measuring tools, and fabrication processes
• Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work 3rd shift (overnight)
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening