Supervisor, Fabrication

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 67,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses/commission

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a hands-on supervisor to plan and coordinate fabrication, maintenance, and operations support.

You will lead teams, coach performance, and drive Lean and MD I'd improvements to enhance safety, quality, and productivity. You will manage staffing, develop cross-functional relationships, and focus on continuous improvement while ensuring adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have leadership experience and the ability to coach and develop teams.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and daily improvement frameworks is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety, compliance, and timecard processes is expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate fabrication, maintenance, and operations support to meet production goals.
• Lead performance management, coaching, and accountability across teams.
• Drive continuous improvement using PDCA and MD I frameworks.
• Ensure safety standards and policy compliance across the plant.

Skills

Leadership

Team planning

Lean manufacturing

Process improvement

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Math/statistics

Inventory management

PDCA

Education

1-year certificate from college or technical school

College degree or technical certificate

5 years related experience

Tools

Maintenance Connection

Job description

About Simpson Strong-Tie

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

Position Summary

You are a proactive and collaborative leader who thrives in a hands-on production environment. You take ownership of planning and coordinating daily operations across Fabrication, Maintenance, and Operations Support, ensuring teams are aligned and equipped to meet production goals. You work closely with other supervisors to manage staffing needs and flex resources where they’re needed most. You lead by example - engaging your team in meaningful conversations about process improvements and encouraging them to contribute ideas that drive efficiency and eliminate waste. You support continuous improvement through Lean practices and help maintain systems like Maintenance Connection to ensure equipment and work orders are well-managed. You foster a culture of accountability, safety, and teamwork, and you’re committed to developing your team through coaching, feedback, and leadership opportunities. Your ability to communicate clearly, solve problems, and build strong cross-functional relationships makes you a key contributor to operational success. This position works Monday-Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM.

What you’ll be doing (% of Time)

Team Planning & Coordination (30%)

Plans and schedules the fabrication team to meet production and customer demands. Ensures fabrication goals are achieved with the required level of quality. Communicates effectively with team members to maintain a smooth flow of information and materials. Collaborates with the Value Stream Manager to identify opportunities for improved efficiency. Monitors fabrication processes and proactively addresses barriers. Uses root cause analysis to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Builds strong working relationships with other departments to support cross-functional success. Additionally, oversees the Maintenance and Operations Support functions. Works closely with other department supervisors to ensure adequate coverage and proactively reallocates the Operations Support teammate as needed to respond to absences or spikes in demand. Assists the Maintenance Technician in managing the Maintenance Connection system, ensuring work orders, preventive maintenance, and equipment records are properly tracked and maintained.

Leadership & Development (30%)

Leads, motivates, and supports team members through effective performance management. Sets clear expectations and goals, provides regular feedback and recognition, and addresses performance concerns constructively. Coaches and develops employees based on their strengths and interests. Encourages ownership of performance and career growth. Delegates responsibilities appropriately and fosters accountability. Promotes a culture of teamwork, respect, and unity across the fabrication team and broader organization.

Continuous Improvement & Lean Practices (20%)

Manages daily operations using the PDCA cycle and supports the Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI) framework. Trains and engages team members in Lean practices. Tracks and reports performance metrics to leadership. Identifies and implements continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.

Safety, Compliance & Administration (10%)

Maintains and promotes the highest safety standards. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures. Coordinates with other departments to meet shared objectives. Reviews and edits timecards, approves or denies time‑off requests, and partners with HR for staffing needs. Conducts interviews and manages onboarding and training documentation.

Support Functions & Inventory (10%)

Prioritizes tasks to meet production goals and respond to unexpected demand. Enables tools and materials to be placed on order with Purchasing and follows up to confirm timely delivery. Monitors material availability and supports inventory management. Participates in annual inventory counts and supports company leadership programs.

Desired Skills & Experience

If you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• 1-year certificate from college or technical school; or related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• College Degree or Technical School Certificate in Business preferred.
• 5 years Related experience and/or training.
• 2 years leading or managing others.
• Active Listening: The ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking: The ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring: The ability to monitor/assess your own performance and others’ to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Written Comprehension: The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Microsoft Office: The ability to effectively use Word, Excel, and Outlook to carry out work.
• Oral Comprehension: The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Process Control Analysis: The ability to conduct tests and inspections of processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of elimination of waste, continuous improvement, S5, Kaizen, Quality Built In, JIT, Kanban, and levelized production.
• Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Travel Required

This job requires up to 5% domestic travel.

Work Status & Location

This full-time, exempt position is located in Columbus, OH.

Relocation

Relocation is not available for this position.

Pay

$66,600 - 106,600 / year

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment and needs to constantly position self to maintain the operation of equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

Work Environment

Regularly works around moving mechanical parts. Noise level is loud. The job may risk exposure to dust, heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions. This job also operates in an office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. are frequently used.

Rewards at Simpson Strong-Tie

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

Quarterly Bonuses/Commission

You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis.

Benefits

We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.

We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more.

View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs. Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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Company

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.

Additional Company Information

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team. We’re always looking for talented people to join our team. If you don’t see a current opening that matches your skills but want to stay in the loop for future opportunities, introduce yourself! We’d love to learn more about you and keep you in mind for the right role.