Fabrication Supervisor in Greenville, Michigan at Northland Corporation

Location: Greenville, Michigan
Reports to: Production Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Salaried Exempt

About Composition Brands

Composition Brands includes Marvel, U-Line, and Viking Refrigeration. Our premium refrigeration and ice products are designed, engineered, and assembled in Greenville, Michigan, and distributed throughout the United States and worldwide.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive benefits package with 401(k) matching
• Company-provided life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program

About the Role

Composition Brands is seeking an experienced and dependable Fabrication Supervisor to lead the daily operations of the Fabrication Department.

This position will oversee material processing and the hourly fabrication workforce while supporting production schedules, quality standards, employee training, safety, and continuous improvement. The Fabrication Supervisor will work closely with Production, Engineering, Procurement, Quality, and other departments to ensure parts are produced safely, efficiently, and according to established specifications.

This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support hourly fabrication employees.
• Coordinate parts, machines, materials, and resources to meet production requirements.
• Work with Procurement to order and schedule raw materials.
• Manage the flow of materials through the Fabrication Department.
• Develop and implement training programs for new and inexperienced employees.
• Support employee development and provide recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, discipline, and termination.
• Manage and support first-piece inspections.
• Ensure fabricated parts meet quality standards and engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Participate in engineering design reviews and provide fabrication input.
• Support Engineering with manufacturability, process capability, quality, and cost improvement.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost.
• Promote positive employee relations, accountability, teamwork, and good attendance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, group standards, MIOSHA requirements, and applicable safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least five years of continuous experience in metal fabrication.
• Previous supervisory or team-lead experience in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Ability to use measuring devices, including micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Production, Engineering, Procurement, Quality, and other departments.
• MIOSHA-certified forklift license or the ability to obtain one within three months of hire.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to work the shifts and hours required by business and production needs.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Regular exposure to a manufacturing and fabrication environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility.
• Must follow all required PPE and safety procedures.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Composition Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs.