Production Supervisor -1st Shift

Fabrication Supervisor 1st Shift

Company:
Craftsmen Industries, Inc.

Location:

St. Charles, MO.

Craftsmen Industries custom manufactures unique specialty trailers and vehicles and large format printed elements for experiential marketing and industrial solutions for brands across the industry spectrum including Boeing, Pepsi Co, and Anheuser‑Busch. We pride ourselves on creating our products fully in-house from initial design and engineering to fabrication and the finishing touches of graphics and paint. Guided by our values, we BUILD by helping bring ideas to life in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

• Lead, train, and supervise teams of welders, fabricators, and other skilled trade workers.
• Schedule and assign fabrication tasks to ensure on‑time delivery and efficient workflow.
• Monitor craftsmanship and performance, providing coaching, feedback, and corrective action as needed.
• Foster a positive shop culture by modeling professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.
• Oversee fabrication activities including welding, cutting, forming, grinding, and assembly to ensure adherence to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Quality Control, and Project Management to resolve fabrication issues and meet production goals.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase throughput, reduce rework, and minimize waste.
• Conduct regular inspections of fabricated components and assemblies to ensure dimensional accuracy and structural integrity.
• Address and resolve any quality or material nonconformance issues promptly, following up on IQS reports as needed.
• Enforce safety practices in all fabrication operations through daily shop walks, job safety observations, and adherence to OSHA/ISO standards.
• Partner with the procurement team to ensure the availability of raw materials, consumables, and fabrication supplies.
• Optimize workforce and equipment utilization to reduce downtime and maximize shop productivity.
• Document and report incidents, near misses, or equipment issues and coordinate maintenance as required.
• Identify and elevate roadblocks or delays to Operations, Engineering, and Project Managers with recommended solutions.
• Ensure fabrication equipment (press brakes, welders, plasma tables, saws, etc.) is properly maintained and issues are escalated to the Operations Manager and Manufacturing Engineer.
• Support project teams by stepping in on the shop floor when needed to meet deadlines.
• Maintain job documentation and ensure fabrication records are accurate and ISO‑compliant.
• Proactively notify Operations Manager of any manpower needs, including outside labor, as needed.
• Partner closely with Operations Manager and Human Resources to ensure adherence to company policy and procedures.

• High school diploma and a minimum of 3+ years fabrication experience in a production environment.
• 2+ years of prior supervisory experience.
• Strong technical understanding of fabrication methods and ability to lead and develop a skilled trades team.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Competitive compensation.
• Career development opportunities.
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 401(k) Match and much more.

Please apply via the Craftsmen Industries career portal or contact the Human Resources department.