First-Shift Fabrication & Welding Operations Leader

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation

Hobart (IN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation in Hobart, IN is seeking a 1st Shift Fabrication & Welding Manager to lead the panel shop, manage the fabrication and welding team, and ensure on-time delivery within budget.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) and at least 5 years of experience in control panel fabrication or manufacturing management, plus strong reading of electrical drawings and experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in control panel fabrication or manufacturing management.
Experience reading electrical drawings and knowledge of OSHA and UL508 guidelines.
Experience with MRP/ERP systems; SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages the Fabrication and Welding team, including recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures.
Leads the Panel Manufacturing group in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of control panels; ensures delivery is on time and on budget, and quality and safety standards are met.
Provides labor forecasting and daily planning of panel shop resources; tracks key department metrics.
Works with Engineering to address any bill of materials or drawing issues.
Pursues opportunities to grow the business through new client acquisition.
Implements process improvements using Lean and Kaizen practices.
Works with Planning and Shipping, Purchasing, and vendors to ensure on‑time delivery and needed inventory.
Develops and implements quality assurance procedures.