Fabrication Coordinator - Piping & VDC
Listed on 2026-07-18
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Manufacturing / Production
Production QC/QA, Fabrication, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Role Summary
The Piping Fabrication Coordinator supports fabrication shop operations by coordinating fabrication drawings, spooling activities, production tracking, reporting, and administrative processes. Working closely with shop, VDC, QA/QC, and project teams, this role helps ensure accurate fabrication information, efficient workflow management, and reliable production reporting to support successful project delivery.
Why This Role Matters to Modern NiagaraThe Piping Fabrication Coordinator plays a key role in connecting shop operations with project and VDC teams. By ensuring fabrication drawings, production workflows, and reporting processes are accurate and up to date, this position helps improve shop efficiency, supports quality outcomes, reduces production delays, and contributes to safer, more predictable project execution.
Key Impact / Purpose- Support efficient fabrication operations through accurate coordination of drawings, spools, work orders, and production information.
- Improve workflow visibility by maintaining production tracking, productivity reporting, and operational documentation.
- Strengthen collaboration between shop, VDC, QA/QC, and project teams to ensure fabrication requirements are properly communicated and executed.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, innovation, automation, and operational efficiency.
- Coordinate fabrication drawings, cut lists, and spool releases using VDC and fabrication software.
- Generate and issue fabrication files and work orders to support shop production activities.
- Collaborate with shop, site, and VDC teams to manage drawing revisions and fabrication workflow requirements.
- Support the development and implementation of automated manufacturing and fabrication processes.
- Monitor production workload and drawing flow with the Shop Foreperson.
- Track work orders, production data, and fabrication metrics within company systems.
- Prepare weekly production reports and monthly productivity reports.
- Maintain documentation including packing slips, consumables records, and operational files.
- Coordinate timesheet submissions and support shop administration activities.
- Assist with equipment maintenance tracking and preventative maintenance programs.
- Support QA/QC requirements, including compliance documentation, CRNs, and mill test reports.
- Participate in initiatives focused on shop efficiency, innovation, quality, and safety.
- 3+ years of experience in a fabrication shop, manufacturing environment, industrial setting, or similar operational role.
- Post‑secondary education in a technical or business‑related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong computer skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Ability to interpret fabrication, construction, or manufacturing drawings.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.
- Problem‑solving mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Experience working with REVIT, VDC workflows, or fabrication/spooling software.
- Knowledge of ERP systems.
- Experience in mechanical, piping, or construction‑related fabrication environments.
- Familiarity with automated manufacturing processes.
- Programming or scripting experience (Python, C#, PCL, .COD, or similar).
- Experience supporting QA/QC processes and compliance documentation.
This is a new position. Expected annual compensation: $62,000 – $74,000.
Total Compensation Package- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution
- Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family
- An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness
- 24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services
- A competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization.
- Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up
- Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to…
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