Supervisor - Fabrication - 2nd Shift

Front Line Manager – Fab / Welding – Barberton, Ohio

Position Overview

We are looking for a committed Front Line Manager to lead and supervise our skilled trades workforce in essential fabrication processes, including fitting, welding, and assembly operations. This role is crucial for maintaining operational excellence, safety, and efficiency. The position is primarily for 2nd Shift, but flexibility to transition between shifts and work areas is essential, along with availability for scheduled overtime as needed.

• Supervise and mentor union hourly skilled trades in fitting, welding, and assembly operations.
• Oversee manual, robotic, and automatic welding processes, stress relief operations, and lifting/handling procedures.
• Provide leadership during 3rd shift operations to establish production plans and prepare for execution by subsequent shifts.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate assigned activities to meet production goals across multiple buildings.
• Manage the complexity and number of components within production areas, ensuring clarity and communication of specifications and requirements.
• Enter and manage data related to maintenance work orders, hourly employment time, and production schedules using computer systems.
• Analyze existing operations and recommend improvements to enhance shop efficiency, policies, procedures, and cost management.

• Proven experience in a supervisory role, ideally within a unionized environment.
• Strong background in heavy fabrication, fitting