Fabrication Shop Floor Supervisor in Jefferson, Wisconsin at SST Direct

DIRECT HIRE: The Fabrication Shop Floor Supervisor leads and coordinates daily operations of the manufacturing shop floor to ensure production efficiency, quality craftsmanship, safety compliance, and team effectiveness. This hands-on leadership role requires solid welding knowledge and practical metal fabrication experience, coupled with strong communication and team management skills.

📍 Working Location: Jefferson, WI.
💰 Pay: $30hr
🕒 Shift: M - F, 7am - 4pm
Benefits: Health Insurance Stipend, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Optional Supplemental Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO)

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily shop floor operations, including workflow coordination, scheduling, and production priorities
• Lead, mentor, and train shop staff — including welders and fabricators — to meet quality and safety standards
• Evaluate work performance, provide constructive feedback, and enforce company policies
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders to assign and sequence tasks properly
• Collaborate with other departments (engineering, quality assurance, logistics) to support production goals and resolve issues
• Monitor weld quality and fabrication standards throughout the production cycle
• Coordinate material flow, equipment use, and tooling requirements to keep production on schedule
• Identify opportunities to improve shop processes and implement best practices
• Maintain documentation for production activities, safety records, and employee time tracking

Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience in welding and metal fabrication techniques
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop personnel
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to supervise daily operations in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of reading blueprints and fabrication instructions
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications in welding or fabrication (AWS, etc.) a plus

Skill/Competencies:

• Practical welding expertise, with hands-on confidence working alongside the team
• Ability to balance production demands while maintaining high safety and quality expectations
• Strong organizational abilities and time management
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive decision-making
• Team-oriented leadership and interpersonal skills

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced manufacturing shop supporting custom metal building fabrication
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support production goals and delivery timelines
• A culture that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Once you apply, please text "FabSup" to 904-712-6140 for a faster reply.

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