Structural Steel Fabrication Supervisor in Richmond, Virginia at Qualdoc, LLC

Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Richmond, VA
Shift: 2nd Shift
Starting Pay: $34.00/hour (Compensation may be higher based on experience.)
Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour for 2nd Shift.

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Fabrication Supervisor to lead a second-shift fabrication team in a structural steel manufacturing environment. This position combines hands-on fabrication expertise with team leadership to ensure production goals, quality standards, and delivery schedules are achieved safely and efficiently.

This role is best suited for candidates with a strong background in structural steel fitting and fabrication who are ready to lead welders and fitters on the shop floor.

• Lead and support a team of structural steel fitters and welders during daily production.
• Partner with the Shop Foreman and other department leaders to coordinate workflow and meet production schedules.
• Assign work based on production priorities and employee skill levels.
• Provide technical guidance on fabrication methods, layout, drawings, welding techniques, and safety practices.
• Monitor progress throughout the shift and adjust workloads to meet changing production demands.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to help keep fabrication equipment operating efficiently.
• Promote a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment.
• Establish clear performance expectations while providing coaching, feedback, and employee support.
• Work closely with the Quality Control department to ensure all AISC quality requirements are maintained.
• Assist with employee onboarding, training, performance evaluations, timekeeping, interviews, and other supervisory responsibilities.
• Complete additional duties as needed to support fabrication operations.

• Previous leadership experience in a structural steel fabrication environment.
• Strong knowledge of structural steel fitting, fabrication, layout, and welding processes.
• Experience with CNC fabrication equipment and material handling operations.
• Understanding of production planning, quality assurance, safety procedures, and cost control.
• Commitment to following established workplace safety policies and procedures.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Technical certification or an Associate degree in a related field.
• Experience leading fabrication teams in a structural steel manufacturing facility.