Operations Manager Fabrication
Listed on 2026-06-23
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Manager
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
The Fabrication Manager is responsible for leading all fabrication activities, ensuring efficient production, consistent quality, and adherence to safety and equipment standards. This role oversees daily workflow, manages fabrication personnel, drives process improvements, and ensures full alignment with the company’s manufacturing model. The manager is accountable for inventory processing related to parent materials, supporting organizational goals through effective planning, communication, and leadership.
Aboutthe Team & Culture
At USA Industrials, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. In addition to performing the responsibilities outlined in this role, the ideal candidate will be joining a team that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, respected, and empowered to contribute ideas that help move the company forward.
As our company continues to grow, we are committed to providing opportunities for employees to develop professionally and expand their skill sets. This role offers the potential for growth not only within the position itself but also into other areas of operations and leadership over time. We look for individuals who are motivated to learn, take initiative, and grow alongside the organization.
If you are someone who values teamwork, takes pride in your work, and is interested in building a long-term career with opportunities for advancement, we encourage you to apply.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Apply LMC2 (Lead, Manage, Coach, Communicate) principles to create a high-performing fabrication team.
- Set clear direction, expectations, and performance feedback to all fabrication personnel.
- Ensure machine safety standards and operating procedures are consistently upheld.
- Support employee development through coaching, training, and skill-building opportunities.
- Own and oversee all fabrication processes, ensuring equipment, workflow, and methods are optimized for efficiency and accuracy.
- Set clear priorities for work that align with the company’s manufacturing model and production schedule.
- Coordinate daily production activities to meet deadlines, quality standards, and throughput goals.
- Ensure all fabrication documentation, work instructions, and SOPs are current and followed consistently.
- Ensure all machine safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and equipment standards are upheld.
- Enforce company safety policies and uphold established safe work practices across all fabrication activities.
- Maintain responsibility for parent inventory processing, including tracking, consumption, reconciliation, and reporting.
- Ensure material availability for production, collaborating with the Inventory Manager and other warehouse teams.
- Oversee proper handling, storage, and movement of raw material to prevent shortages, damage, or waste.
- Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste, increase throughput, and enhance overall operational effectiveness.
- Optimize equipment utilization and recommend upgrades or maintenance needs.
- Create instructions and standard operating procedures for fabrication processes.
- Use data to evaluate performance metrics, solve problems, and drive decision‑making.
Skills and Qualifications
- Proven experience in leadership or management, preferably in an operational or production-based environment.
- Ability to guide teams, resolve issues, and maintain strong communication.
- Solid problem-solving, organizational, and prioritization skills.
- Experience with process improvement or workflow optimization is a plus.
- Familiarity with fabrication or manufacturing environments is helpful but not required.
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance benefits
- Paid time off
- Performance-based annual bonus
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