Structural Steel Fabrication Superintendent – Gallaway, TN

Qualdoc; Gallaway (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly shop productivity bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Monthly cellular plan reimbursement

Job summary

Qualdoc in Gallaway, TN seeks a Structural Steel Fabrication Superintendent to oversee daily production across two facilities and multiple shifts. You will provide hands-on leadership to shop supervisors, focusing on safety, quality, and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in structural steel fabrication and strong knowledge of AWS D1.1, with experience in an AISC-certified environment. AWS/CWI credentials are valued; relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or production.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1; CWI certification is preferred but not required.
• Experience working in an AISC-certified fabrication environment.
• Experience managing large, heavy, or complex steel fabrication projects.
• Working knowledge of SSPC and ASTM coating requirements.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day fabrication activities across two facilities.
• Lead production supervisors and coordinate work across multiple shifts.
• Oversee safety, quality, productivity, equipment, and scheduling.
• Monitor projects from production through shipping and ensure delivery commitments.
• Provide hands‑on leadership, coaching, workforce development, and performance guidance.
• Support recruiting, retention, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
• Identify production challenges and opportunities for process improvement.
• Coordinate activities between multiple departments for efficient workflow.
• Manage priorities across complex heavy fabrication projects.
• Support scheduling, staffing decisions, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and fabrication standards.

Skills

Leadership

Structural steel fabrication

Safety compliance

Production scheduling

Cross-department coordination

Tools

AWS D1.1

AISC-certified fabrication

SSPC coatings

ASTM coating requirements

CWI certification (preferred)

Job description

Structural Steel Fabrication Superintendent – Gallaway, TN

Location: Gallaway, TN
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $80,000/year — higher depending on experience

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced structural steel fabrication leader to oversee daily production across two nearby facilities and multiple shifts. This position provides hands-on leadership to shop supervisors while maintaining focus on safety, quality, production efficiency, equipment, staffing, and delivery schedules.

The ideal candidate has extensive structural steel experience and a strong understanding of AISC and AWS standards, coating requirements, fabrication processes, and industrial safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day fabrication activities across two facilities.
• Lead production supervisors and coordinate work across multiple shifts.
• Oversee safety, quality, productivity, equipment, facility maintenance, and production schedules.
• Monitor fabrication projects from production through shipping and ensure delivery commitments are met.
• Provide hands‑on leadership, coaching, workforce development, and performance guidance.
• Support recruiting, retention, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
• Identify production challenges and opportunities for process improvement.
• Coordinate activities between multiple departments and ensure efficient workflow.
• Manage priorities across complex and heavy structural steel fabrication projects.
• Support scheduling, staffing decisions, disciplinary actions, and other operational needs.
• Maintain compliance with applicable safety, quality, and fabrication standards.

Departments

Experience overseeing multiple fabrication functions, including:

• Receiving & Inventory
• CNC Processing
• Structural Steel Fabrication & Welding
• Painting/Coatings
• Shipping

Requirements

• 7+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or production.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1; CWI certification is preferred but not required.
• Experience working in an AISC-certified fabrication environment.
• Experience managing large, heavy, or complex steel fabrication projects.
• Working knowledge of SSPC and ASTM coating requirements.
• Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication operations, workflows, and production practices.
• Experience leading multiple departments and production teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to anticipate production issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Monthly shop productivity bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Relocation assistance
• Monthly cellular plan reimbursement