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Structural Steel Fabrication Operations Supervisor

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Cocoa, FL

Job Details

From $40 an hour

Qualifications

Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Customer communication
Construction specifications
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Standards
TIG welding
Steel construction materials
High school diploma or GED
Supervising experience
Construction plans
Workforce planning strategy
Construction drawing review
Resource scheduling coordination
Desktop applications
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing manufacturing teams
Productivity software
Master production scheduling (MPS)
Workforce management
Gas metal arc welding
Production scheduling adjustments
Building materials production team management
Staffing management
Flux-cored welding

Full Job Description

Structural Steel Fabrication Operations Supervisor

Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Shift: 1st or 2nd Shift
Starting Pay: $40.00/hour (Compensation may be higher based on experience.)

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Structural Steel Fabrication Operations Supervisor to oversee daily shop operations in a fast-paced steel fabrication facility. This role is responsible for leading production teams, coordinating schedules, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on time.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in structural steel fabrication, team leadership, and production planning, with the ability to work closely with multiple departments to support successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and support welders, fitters, fabricators, CNC operators, material handlers, and other shop personnel
Coordinate daily production activities, staffing, equipment usage, and material flow throughout the facility
Develop and adjust fabrication and production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements
Monitor work to ensure compliance with fabrication drawings, shop drawings, project specifications, AISC standards, and quality expectations
Promote standardized fabrication procedures and continuous process improvements
Maintain quality control throughout the fabrication process to ensure finished products meet customer and industry requirements
Identify production challenges and implement solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and workflow
Work closely with project managers, estimators, detailers, purchasing, and field operations to support project success
Manage shop inventory, consumables, tools, and production equipment
Coordinate incoming materials, outgoing shipments, and delivery schedules
Ensure preventive maintenance is completed on fabrication equipment, welding machines, overhead cranes, forklifts, and other shop assets
Build productive relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, vendors, and customers
Lead production meetings and communicate priorities, project updates, and scheduling changes
Enforce OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and a strong culture of workplace safety
Assist with employee development, staffing, performance management, and workforce planning

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 7 years of structural steel fabrication experience
At least 5 years of experience leading or supervising fabrication shop personnel
Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication, fitting, layout, welding, and material handling operations
Ability to read and interpret structural steel drawings, fabrication drawings, shop drawings, and project specifications
Working knowledge of FCAW, GMAW, SMAW, and GTAW welding processes
Familiarity with AISC fabrication standards and structural steel industry best practices
Experience with production scheduling, manpower planning, and shop workflow coordination
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in an AISC-certified fabrication facility
Knowledge of ERP or MRP manufacturing software
Experience operating or coordinating overhead cranes, forklifts, rigging, and material handling equipment
AWS welding knowledge and structural steel quality control experience
Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement experience

Core Skills

Team Leadership and Employee Development
Production Planning and Scheduling
Structural Steel Fabrication Operations
Quality Assurance and Process Improvement
OSHA Safety Compliance
Resource and Inventory Management
Communication and Cross-Functional Collaboration
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Organization and Time Management
Accountability and Operational Excellence

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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