Senior Fabrication Manager – Aerospace Production

Safran Group; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

401K with match

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Career paths

Job summary

Safran Seats in Gainesville, TX is seeking a Sr. Fabrication Manager to lead fabrication, sub-assembly and machining operations for high‑quality aircraft seats. You will drive production scheduling, enforce safety standards, and optimize processes to balance cost, quality and on-time delivery across the shop floor.

A background in sheet metal fabrication, welding and machining is preferred. Collaboration with maintenance, engineering and supply chain is essential to sustain a culture of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area or 6 years related experience.
• At least 5 years' experience in production processes, machinery and equipment related to sheet metal fabrication, plastic forming, foam/upholstery assembly, welding applications, or metalworking.
• 2+ years supervisory experience as a supervisor or superintendent in similar work.

Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors the Fabrication, Sub-Assembly & Machining team processes.
• Manages maintenance and practice of safety standards.
• Monitors parts production by implementing new ideas and innovations to produce quality parts while controlling cost.
• Ensures that all machinery is maintained in safe and good working condition.
• Controls manpower to ensure cost centers are properly manned to achieve schedule requirements.
• Provides training and directions to employees.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

NC machining

Welding

Supervisory experience

Production scheduling

Safety management

Lean/continuous improvement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or 6 years related experience

Job description

Safran Seats in Gainesville, TX is seeking a Sr. Fabrication Manager to lead fabrication, sub-assembly and machining operations for high‑quality aircraft seats. You will drive production scheduling, enforce safety standards, and optimize processes to balance cost, quality and on-time delivery across the shop floor.

A background in sheet metal fabrication, welding and machining is preferred. Collaboration with maintenance, engineering and supply chain is essential to sustain a culture of