Fabrication Supervisor: Lead Lean Metal Manufacturing

GatesAir; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k matching

Vacation starting at 3 weeks

Job summary

GatesAir in Quincy, IL is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Supervisor to lead daily fabrication operations and drive process improvements. You will supervise machinists, plan daily work, and push for safety, quality, and cost improvements.

The ideal candidate has Lean manufacturing experience, ISO quality systems knowledge, and strong communications to coach a high‑performing team in a metal fabrication environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in fabrication/metal manufacturing.
• Prior supervisory experience in a production setting.
• Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and machining.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and CI initiatives.
• Working knowledge of ISO quality systems and OSHA requirements.
• Experience with MRP systems and document control.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise fabrication personnel including machinists, operators, and technicians.
• Plan, assign, and monitor daily work to ensure production schedules are met.
• Drive performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Maintain adherence to ISO quality procedures and fabrication standards.
• Coordinate resolution of shop floor issues including material shortages, scrap, rework, and equipment constraints.
• Monitor labor efficiency, throughput, and productivity metrics.
• Maintain accountability for fabrication inventory accuracy and WIP control.
• Develop and coach employees to build a high‑performing, team‑based culture.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean Manufacturing

ISO quality systems

MRP systems

Sheet metal fabrication

Machining

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP software

Job description

GatesAir in Quincy, IL is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Supervisor to lead daily fabrication operations and drive process improvements. You will supervise machinists, plan daily work, and push for safety, quality, and cost improvements.

The ideal candidate has Lean manufacturing experience, ISO quality systems knowledge, and strong communications to coach a high‑performing team in a metal fabrication environment.