Supervisor - Fabrication | 2nd Shift

Viking Group, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Group, Inc. in Irving, Texas is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor to oversee shop floor activities during the second shift. This role entails ensuring production and quality standards are met while promoting a culture of safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have experience in supervision and fabrication processes, along with skills in machinery operation and team training. Key responsibilities include managing personnel, operating fabrication machines, and maintaining operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in fabrication supervision or relevant field.
• Strong understanding of safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to train and lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shop floor activities related to production and quality control.
• Monitor production output, maintain schedules, and resolve issues.
• Train employees on machinery and safety procedures.
• Operate fabrication machinery and conduct basic maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Safety compliance

Machinery operation

Welding

Job description

Primary Function

Fabrication is responsible for overseeing all shop floor activities related to production, quality control, and safety during the second shift. This role ensures delivery schedules are met while maintaining labor efficiency and cost control. The supervisor monitors daily production output to meet established standards, supports equipment maintenance, and provides hands‑on assistance when necessary. In addition to managing personnel and workflow, the position includes operating fabrication machinery, driving Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV), performing welding tasks as needed, and training employees on the safe and efficient use of machinery and industrial vehicles. The supervisor plays a key role in fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, guidance, and training in all fabrication areas, including equipment, software, and company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate daily with Customer Service and Warehouse to ensure on‑time delivery and maintain high customer service standards.
• Maintain strict compliance with safety, housekeeping, and all government and company standards.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot fabrication issues, identify root causes, implement solutions, and prevent recurrence.
• Monitor production schedules, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure output meets established standards.
• Supervise assigned employees, manage overtime needs, and allocate resources effectively.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and equipment setup functions.
• Operate fabrication machinery as needed to maintain workflow continuity.
• Operate Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV), such as forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Perform welding operations to join metal components to pipe(s) including repairing weld defects or damaged fittings to ensure leak‑proof standards.
• Train employees on the safe and efficient operation of fabrication machinery and industrial vehicles (including PIVs).
• Perform loading/unloading materials and preparing bundles for shipment using PIVs such as combi‑lift when necessary.
• Provide coverage for additional responsibilities during manager’s absence and handle other tasks as required to meet company and customer needs.