Sheet Metal Shop Lead – CAD/FAB Excellence

RK Industries; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 97,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Career development

Competitive benefits

Apprenticeship program

Community involvement

Job summary

RK Industries in Denver is seeking a full-time Shop Superintendent (Sheet Metal) to oversee shop employees and ensure the CAD/FAB process consistently delivers high-quality work that meets customer requirements.

This role works closely with Project Managers, field personnel, schedulers, detailing subcontractors, and trucking partners to ensure projects are produced safely, accurately, and on time, while developing leadership and technical skills in the shop.

Qualifications

• College or university degree with 7 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.
• Advanced knowledge and techniques within the sheet metal shop function.
• Ability to apply relevant principles and practices across a broad range of assignments.
• Ability to make independent decisions regarding complex work and methods.
• Experience providing indirect supervision and working toward overall objectives with guidance on critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Ability to act as a liaison with groups inside and outside the organization and work independently on matters related to the role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shop employees to ensure the CAD/FAB process produces work that meets or exceeds customer requirements.
• Maintain controlled conditions for all CAD/FAB activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in CAD/FAB processes, quality, and productivity.
• Review drawings and schedules and identify scope changes resulting from shop drawing revisions.
• Direct employees and oversee the bundling, staging, and complete shipment of materials.
• Coordinate delivery dates with trucking partners.
• Ensure shop labor costs and timecards are allocated accurately.
• Coordinate with the company's CAD department and detailing subcontractors.
• Partner with Project Managers, field personnel, Schedulers, and Work Order Processors to deliver high-quality projects on time.
• Support employee development through coaching, performance reviews, and development planning.
• Work closely with shop personnel to strengthen their skills and ensure they are properly trained on equipment.
• Assist the Shop Operations Manager with hiring, evaluations, and terminations of shop personnel.
• Hold weekly safety meetings and daily toolbox talks.
• Partner with RKMI's safety department to maintain a safe shop environment.
• Keep the shop and yard safe, clean, and organized.
• Help limit equipment repair costs through effective employee training and proper equipment use.

Skills

Sheet metal

Leadership

Independent decision-making

Liaison & coordination

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

RK Industries in Denver is seeking a full-time Shop Superintendent (Sheet Metal) to oversee shop employees and ensure the CAD/FAB process consistently delivers high-quality work that meets customer requirements.

This role works closely with Project Managers, field personnel, schedulers, detailing subcontractors, and trucking partners to ensure projects are produced safely, accurately, and on time, while developing leadership and technical skills in the shop.