Shop Manager: Lead Metal Fabrication & Assembly

Stout Conveyors, LLC.; Colorado; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stout Conveyors, LLC. in Montrose, CO is seeking a proactive Shop Manager to lead 5–10 fabricators, schedule work, and ensure deadlines are met. You will review plans, coordinate with purchasing, and oversee daily operations on site.

This role requires assembly expertise across electrical, hydraulic, and basic mechanical fabrication, plus strong communication and a hustle mindset with meticulous attention to detail. Growth and safety improvements are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team coordination across 1–10 workers.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Experience with metal fabrication and welding processes.
• Ability to read plans/diagrams and interpret work requests.
• Proficient email communication and coordination with purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Schedule fabricators to meet deadlines.
• Review plans/diagrams/blueprints for design details.
• Correspond with production teams via email and purchases.
• Negotiate and manage parts/inventory.
• Fabricate by bending, cutting, burning, welding metals.
• Provide feedback to improve production processes.
• Communicate roadblocks and plans in weekly meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Highly organized

Assembly experience

Email communication

Welding & fabrication knowledge

Metal fabrication tools

Basic computer skills

Hand tools usage

Forklift operation

Creative thinking

Strong math skills

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Job description

Stout Conveyors, LLC. in Montrose, CO is seeking a proactive Shop Manager to lead 5–10 fabricators, schedule work, and ensure deadlines are met. You will review plans, coordinate with purchasing, and oversee daily operations on site.

This role requires assembly expertise across electrical, hydraulic, and basic mechanical fabrication, plus strong communication and a hustle mindset with meticulous attention to detail. Growth and safety improvements are encouraged.