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Manager of Steel Fabrication

Freedom Waterworks
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Manufacturing management
Production data analysis
Blueprint specification interpretation
Implementing manufacturing quality control protocols
Mechanical fabrication
Coaching
Operations coordination planning
Engineering process optimization
Employee relationship building
Manufacturing facility experience
Team development
American Welding Society (AWS) standards
Production management software
ASME codes & standards
Implementation of OSHA safety standards
Isometric drawings
Pipe welding
Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production
Stainless steel piping
Managing manufacturing teams
Welding
Productivity software
Stainless steel
Quality improvement programs in engineering
Production scheduling adjustments
Building materials production team management
Manufacturing company experience
Operations planning

Full Job Description

Manager of Steel Fabrication

Department: Steel

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Status: Full Time

Reports To: VP of Finance

Positions Supervised: Steel Shop Foreman, Welders, Fitters, Helpers, Shop Personnel

Summary/Objective

The Steel Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Steel Fabrication department to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with Freedom Waterworks' quality standards. This position manages production, labor, scheduling, quality, inventory, equipment, and employee performance while collaborating with Sales, Project Management, Purchasing, Warehouse, Paint, and Engineering to meet customer expectations and operational goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee daily steel fabrication operations, including production scheduling, labor planning, equipment utilization, inventory coordination, welding activities, and workflow to ensure customer orders are completed safely, on time, and within quality standards.
Lead, coach, develop, and hold accountable shop supervisors and fabrication employees.
Coordinate fabrication priorities with Sales, Project Management, Purchasing, Warehouse, Paint, and Engineering.
Ensure all fabricated products meet company quality standards and applicable customer specifications.
Serve as the department owner for SPFA, NSF/ANSI/CAN 61, and all safety programs, ensuring compliance, documentation, audits, employee training, and adherence to company and regulatory standards.
Ensure compliance with applicable AWWA, AWS, ASME, OSHA, and company policies and procedures.
Oversee welding procedures, inspections, preventive maintenance, and material availability to support production schedules.
Identify and implement process improvements that increase productivity, reduce waste, improve quality, and control costs.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, employee development, disciplinary actions, and succession planning.
Support departmental budgeting, capital equipment planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Build strong working relationships across departments to ensure exceptional customer service and project execution.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of carbon steel and stainless-steel pipe fabrication and welding processes.
Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, specifications, and isometric drawings.
Strong understanding of AWWA, AWS, ASME, SPFA, NSF/ANSI/CAN 61, and OSHA requirements.
Experience with production scheduling, labor management, quality control, and inventory coordination.
Strong leadership, coaching, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar manufacturing software.
Ability to analyze production metrics and implement process improvements.

Education and Experience

Minimum of 10 years of steel fabrication and welding experience.
Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing or fabrication leadership experience.
Experience supervising fabrication personnel of 15 or more and managing production schedules.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma certification is preferred.
Experience in the municipal waterworks industry is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
Frequent walking throughout the fabrication facility.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in production areas

Perks & Benefits

Medical Insurance (Company pays 75% of employee-only premiums and 50% of dependent premiums)
Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Company-Paid Life Insurance
15 PTO Days & 9 Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
Training & Career Advancement
Safety-First Culture

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