Fabrication and Welding Shop Operations Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our fabrication and assembly operations. This key leadership role oversees day-to-day production on the shop floor, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while driving performance through strong leadership and process discipline. If you are a hands-on, technically skilled leader with a background in structural steel fabrication, TIG welding, and robotic and laser-based manufacturing processes, we want to speak to you! Experience with Epicor ERP and a passion for continuous improvement are highly valued.

Fabrication and Welding Shop Operations Manager Benefits

• Base salary up to 120k (based on experience) and profit sharing
• Generous health benefits package
• Vacation/PTO
• Positive work environment with future career growth opportunities
• Full-time Monday – Friday work week

Fabrication and Welding Shop Operations Manager Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a metal fabrication or equipment manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams in a job-shop or low-volume/high-mix operation
• Strong working knowledge of welding (MIG/TIG), structural steel fabrication, and laser cutting processes
• Experience with robotic welding systems and fixture development
• Proven ability to plan and execute production schedules, manage resources, and resolve workflow bottlenecks
• Proficiency with Epicor or similar ERP systems for scheduling, job tracking, and inventory control
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and team development
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Fabrication and Welding Shop Operations Manager Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily operations across fabrication, welding, laser cutting, assembly, and shipping
• Ensure production goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost are consistently achieved
• Manage, mentor, and develop a skilled team of welders, operators, and production leads
• Coordinate with Engineering, Purchasing, Job Planning, and Sales to maintain smooth job flow and meet customer lead times
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of fiber laser cutting systems and robotic welding cells (Yaskawa experience preferred)
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing, 5S, and data-driven decision-making
• Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy and material traceability through Epicor ERP
• Develop and track KPIs for efficiency, scrap, machine uptime, and labor utilization
• Champion a culture of safety, quality, and accountability across all departments

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 166442

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