Fabrications Supervisor

Job Description:

Job Overview: The Fabrication Supervisor is pivotal in overseeing the welding operations within a manufacturing environment. This role involves managing the welding team to ensure high productivity, quality control, adherence to safety protocols, and efficient workflow in line with production schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Oversight:

• Plan and establish work schedules based on production requirements, engineering drawings, and blueprints.
• Assign tasks to welders and ensure that they have the necessary resources to perform their duties effectively.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust workflows to meet deadlines and production targets.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure all welding activities meet quality standards by interpreting and following welding procedures, specifications, and blueprints.
• Conduct regular inspections of welded components to check for defects and compliance with specifications.

Safety and Compliance:

• Enforce safety guidelines, including OSHA standards, and ensure all personnel wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Oversee the use of welding equipment, ensuring it is used safely and maintained properly.
• Investigate accidents or incidents, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Training and Development:

• Supervise the training of new welders, ensuring they are up-to-date with the latest welding techniques, safety practices, and equipment usage.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to welders to enhance skill levels and productivity.

Team Management:

• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of welders, ensuring a cooperative work environment.
• Address any conflicts or issues within the team promptly and effectively.
• Conduct performance evaluations, providing objective feedback and managing any disciplinary actions as required.

Cost Management:

• Monitor and manage costs related to welding operations, including materials, labor, and equipment maintenance.
• Optimize the use of resources to reduce waste and improve cost efficiency.

Equipment and Technology:

• Stay updated with welding technology, including robotic welding systems, and ensure their proper integration and operation in production.
• Coordinate with maintenance for the repair and upkeep of welding equipment.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain records of welding procedures, quality inspections, and safety training.
• Report on production status, quality issues, and safety incidents to upper management.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in welding, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
  • Deep knowledge of various welding methods like TIG, MIG, SMAW, GTAW.
• Educational:
  • High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification from bodies like the American Welding Society (AWS) is highly beneficial.
  • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Production Management, or related fields can be advantageous.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting technical documents like blueprints and weld specifications.
  • Familiarity with CNC operations, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • High attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.

Salary Range $60-$75K

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization, and offer complementary digital solutions, designed to help our customers maximize their return on their investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) atGlobaltalentacquisitions@terex.com.

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.