Fabrication Supervisor
Location: Chicago’s western suburbs | Full-time, onsite
Position Overview:
Woodlawn Consulting Group is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor for a manufacturer of electrical power distribution equipment. This position leads daily fabrication operations, supports production schedules, and ensures work meets quality and safety requirements. The ideal candidate brings hands-on metal fabrication experience, strong leadership skills, and a practical approach to improving manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise, train, and develop a team of fabricators, welders, and production technicians.
Assign work, communicate expectations, and monitor employee performance and production progress.
Oversee fabrication of components and assemblies using engineering drawings, blueprints, and production specifications.
Coordinate materials, tooling, and equipment availability to support production needs.
Troubleshoot fabrication issues and resolve bottlenecks to minimize downtime.
Verify that finished components meet dimensional tolerances and quality requirements.
Maintain and improve quality control procedures to reduce defects and rework.
Enforce workplace safety procedures, conduct safety meetings, and address potential hazards.
Adjust staffing and workflow to meet changing priorities and delivery schedules.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and control costs.
Recommend improvements to fabrication methods, tooling, and equipment.
Use production management systems to track work and support operational planning.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of fabrication or manufacturing experience, including two years in a supervisory role.
Hands-on knowledge of punching, forming, welding, and related fabrication processes and equipment.
Strong technical understanding of low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment.
Ability to interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and fabrication specifications.
Experience using ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of safety requirements in fabrication and assembly environments.
Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to quality and deadlines.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in engineering, operations management, or a related discipline.
Technical certification in welding, fabrication, manufacturing technology, or production management.
Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
Confidential Search:
Additional company and facility details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.
