Supervisor - Fabrication - 2nd Shift

BWXT; Barberton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BWXT in Barberton, Ohio, is seeking a committed Front Line Manager to lead and supervise the skilled trades workforce in fabrication processes. This role emphasizes operational excellence, safety, and efficiency, primarily on the 2nd Shift with the flexibility to transition between shifts as needed.

The ideal candidate should have supervisory experience in a unionized environment, along with a strong background in heavy fabrication and welding.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role, ideally within a unionized environment.
• Strong background in heavy fabrication, fitting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor union hourly skilled trades in fitting, welding, and assembly operations.
• Oversee manual, robotic, and automatic welding processes.
• Provide leadership during 3rd shift operations.
• Manage data related to maintenance work orders and production schedules.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Heavy fabrication knowledge

Welding expertise

Job description

Front Line Manager – Fab / Welding – Barberton, Ohio

Position Overview

We are looking for a committed Front Line Manager to lead and supervise our skilled trades workforce in essential fabrication processes, including fitting, welding, and assembly operations. This role is crucial for maintaining operational excellence, safety, and efficiency. The position is primarily for 2nd Shift, but flexibility to transition between shifts and work areas is essential, along with availability for scheduled overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor union hourly skilled trades in fitting, welding, and assembly operations.
• Oversee manual, robotic, and automatic welding processes, stress relief operations, and lifting/handling procedures.
• Provide leadership during 3rd shift operations to establish production plans and prepare for execution by subsequent shifts.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate assigned activities to meet production goals across multiple buildings.
• Manage the complexity and number of components within production areas, ensuring clarity and communication of specifications and requirements.
• Enter and manage data related to maintenance work orders, hourly employment time, and production schedules using computer systems.
• Analyze existing operations and recommend improvements to enhance shop efficiency, policies, procedures, and cost management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role, ideally within a unionized environment.
• Strong background in heavy fabrication, fitting