Steel Fabrication Shop Superintendent

The Contractor Consultants; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Mentor programs

Travel per diem

Life and disability insurance

Company events

Job summary

Fab Manufacturing LLC is seeking a Steel Fabrication Shop Superintendent to lead multifamily construction component production in Memphis. You will supervise welders, fitters, and fabricators, manage daily shop workflows, and ensure projects meet stringent timelines and safety standards.

With 5+ years in fabrication or welding and at least 2 years in leadership, you will interpret blueprints and weld symbols, coordinate complex schedules, mentor apprentices, and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 5+ years fabrication or welding shop experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and specifications.
• Experience leading large crews on steel, aluminum, and precast concrete work.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor field crews of welders, fitters, and fabricators.
• Manage daily shop workflows per project plans and safety protocols.
• Coordinate complex schedules and delegate workloads to meet timelines.
• Maintain production records and safety meeting documentation.
• Resolve on-site technical and logistical issues to prevent delays.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

MIG/TIG/Stick

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Strumis

Scheduling software

Job description

Steel Fabrication Shop Superintendent – Lead Multifamily Construction Component Production

Job Overview

• Company: Fab Manufacturing LLC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $75,000–$90,000 per year (Based on experience)
• Location: Memphis, TN (Onsite)
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Project Scope: Steel, Aluminum and Precast Concrete in the Multifamily Construction Industry
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity:

You will serve as a critical field leader, driving the successful execution of steel fabrication shop operations. This role allows you to mentor the next generation of welders and fabricators while ensuring high-quality component production for a company that values your individual contribution. You will have the autonomy to manage crews and implement systems-driven processes with the support of a leadership team that knows you by name.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Supervise and mentor field crews of welders, fitters, and fabricators to ensure high-quality project delivery.
• Manage the daily execution of shop workflows in strict accordance with project plans and safety protocols.
• Coordinate complex daily schedules and delegate workloads to maintain strict project timelines and budgets.
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily production records and safety meetings to ensure project transparency.
• Resolve real-time technical and logistical issues on-site to prevent production delays or safety hazards.
• Implement production tracking tools and process improvements to systematically reduce material waste and downtime.
• Act as the primary field representative for the company values of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of fabrication or welding shop experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven ability to lead large crews and execute complex steel, aluminum, and precast concrete work.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting detailed blueprint drawings, weld symbols, and specifications.
• Deep knowledge of structural fabrication methods along with hands‑on experience in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Strong communication and organizational skills necessary for managing production reporting and cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in mentorship or training apprentice‑level team members in a shop environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Strumis, scheduling software, or similar industrial production tracking tools.
• Familiarity with AWS, AISC, and other relevant structural fabrication and welding codes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle to ensure steady, predictable earnings.
• Comprehensive paid time off including vacation and holidays.
• Access to professional apprentice and mentor‑based career development programs.
• Travel project per diem and safety equipment provided as applicable.
• Life and disability insurance options along with regular company events.

About Us:

Fab Manufacturing LLC is a trusted name in commercial fabrication, operating with a culture rooted in professional growth and personal accountability. We foster a supportive environment where careers are built for the long term through dedicated mentorship and ongoing training. Learn more at https://www.fabricationmanufac...

Fab Manufacturing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.