Fire Sprinkler Fabrication Manager — Lead, Quality & Safety

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

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Fabrication Manager to oversee a fabrication shop handling cutting, threading, welding, and piping for fire sprinkler systems. You will supervise staff, ensure safety, quality, and on-time project delivery at our Maryland operations.

The role requires strong leadership in a busy shop environment, familiarity with NFPA 13, and the ability to coordinate with project managers and vendors to meet customer deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in fire sprinkler fabrication or related industry, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of fire protection materials and equipment.
• Proficient in cutting, threading, welding and pipe fitting.
• Excellent leadership, organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the fabrication of fire sprinkler piping, ensuring adherence to NFPA 13 standards.
• Fabricates and assembles the piping network on-site, including cutting, threading, grooving pipes, installing valves, pipe hangers, and sprinkler heads.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Fabrication techniques

Leadership/Team management

Communication

Safety compliance

Tools

Cutting tools

Threading tools

Welding equipment

Pipe fitting tools

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Fabrication Manager to oversee a fabrication shop handling cutting, threading, welding, and piping for fire sprinkler systems. You will supervise staff, ensure safety, quality, and on-time project delivery at our Maryland operations.

The role requires strong leadership in a busy shop environment, familiarity with NFPA 13, and the ability to coordinate with project managers and vendors to meet customer deadlines.