Fire Sprinkler Fabrication Manager

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Forestville (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Company vehicle (if applicable)

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is looking for a Fire Sprinkler Fabrication Manager in Forestville, Maryland. This role involves overseeing daily fabrication shop operations, ensuring safety compliance, and managing a team. A minimum of 5 years of experience in fire sprinkler fabrication is required, with strong leadership and organizational skills.

The compensation ranges from $75,000 to $90,000 annually, along with excellent benefits including medical insurance, a 401K plan, and employee development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fire sprinkler fabrication or related role, including supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of fire extinguisher materials and equipment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fabrication of fire sprinkler piping according to NFPA standards.
• Manage fire extinguisher recharge station operations.
• Supervise and mentor fabrication shop personnel.

Skills

Fire protection knowledge

Fabrication techniques (cutting, welding, threading)

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Fabrication machinery and tools

Job description

Overview

The Fire Sprinkler Fabrication Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a fabrication shop specializing in cutting, threading, and welding fire sprinkler pipes, as well as managing a fire extinguisher recharge station. This role involves supervising staff, maintaining quality control, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with other departments to meet project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the fabrication of fire sprinkler piping, ensuring adherence to NFPA 13 standards.


• Manage the fire extinguisher recharge station for timely and accurate servicing of equipment.


• Develop and implement production schedules to meet deadlines and customer requirements.


• Ensure all fabrication work meets quality control standards and specifications.

Team Supervision

• Supervise, train, and mentor fabrication shop personnel to promote safety, quality, and efficiency.


• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.


• Coordinate staffing levels and allocate resources to meet production demands.

Safety And Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies within the shop.


• Conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions.


• Maintain documentation for safety inspections, equipment maintenance, and employee training.

Material And Equipment Management

• Oversee inventory of raw materials and finished products to meet production needs.


• Coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment to minimize downtime.


• Evaluate and recommend improvements to fabrication processes.

Coordination And Communication

• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other departments to ensure seamless workflow and project execution.


• Communicate effectively with clients and vendors regarding specifications and timelines.


• Prepare and present reports on production metrics, safety, and quality performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fire sprinkler fabrication or a related industry, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.


• Strong knowledge of fire protection and fire extinguisher materials and equipment.


• Proficiency in fabrication techniques such as cutting, threading, welding, and pipe fitting.


• Excellent leadership and team management skills.


• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficiency with fabrication shop equipment and tools.


• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Comfortable working in a fabrication shop environment with exposure to loud noises, varying temperatures, and manual labor.


• Ability to safely operate fabrication machinery and tools.

Compensation

• Salary: $75,000–$90,000 annually (commensurate with experience and fit)


• Bonuses: Semi-annual discretionary bonuses

Benefits And Perks

• Excellent pay


• Medical, dental, vision


• Company paid life insurance


• Company paid short-term disability


• 401K with employer match


• Paid vacation and company holidays


• Training and Career Development


• Company vehicle (if job applicable)


• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.