Metal Fabrication Shop Supervisor

Metal Fabrication Shop Supervisor

Location: Hanover, PA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Schedule: 2nd Shift
Pay: Up to $35.00 per hour, plus $3.00 per hour 2nd shift differential
Overtime: Available

Position Summary

A manufacturing facility in Hanover, PA, is looking for an experienced Metal Fabrication Shop Supervisor to lead second-shift production operations. This individual will oversee shop employees, coordinate fabrication activities, manage daily workflow, and ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of miscellaneous metals fabrication experience, a solid understanding of shop operations, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Shop Management

Direct daily fabrication operations and ensure work is completed according to production schedules.

Assign employees, distribute workloads, and coordinate shop activities.

Oversee fitting, welding, assembly, and material handling processes.

Monitor production timelines, output, and resource utilization.

Identify workflow challenges and make adjustments to maintain efficiency.

Employee Supervision & Development

Lead and supervise fitters, welders, machine operators, and general shop personnel.

Provide guidance, training, and feedback to employees.

Conduct daily production and safety discussions.

Monitor attendance, staffing needs, employee performance, and labor utilization.

Encourage teamwork, accountability, and effective communication.

Safety & Quality Assurance

Ensure employees follow established shop safety procedures.

Verify fabricated materials meet project requirements, quality expectations, and fabrication tolerances.

Coordinate inspections with Quality Control (QC) personnel.

Address production defects, fabrication concerns, and quality issues.

Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.

Equipment & Inventory

Monitor fabrication equipment to ensure it is operational and ready for production.

Coordinate equipment servicing and repairs.

Oversee material storage, handling, and consumable supplies.

Identify opportunities to improve shop organization and production processes.

Reporting & Performance Monitoring

Review labor hours, productivity, rework, and production efficiency.

Track production schedules and completed work.

Assist with KPI tracking, operational reports, and production reviews.

Support staffing plans and production forecasting.

Department Coordination

Communicate and coordinate with internal departments to keep projects and shop operations on schedule, including:

Plant Management

Miscellaneous Metals Operations

Project Management

Purchasing

Detailing

Data Control

Quality Control (QC)

Safety

Logistics and Trucking

Qualifications

5–10 years of experience in miscellaneous metals fabrication.

Previous experience as a fabrication foreman, shop supervisor, or production team leader preferred.

Strong knowledge of metal fabrication processes, including fitting, welding, and assembly.

Experience managing shop employees, assigning labor, and coordinating production schedules.

Understanding of fabrication safety procedures and quality requirements.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

Ability to manage multiple shop activities and meet production deadlines.

Schedule & Compensation

Full-time, second-shift schedule.

Pay up to $35.00 per hour.

Additional $3.00 per hour second-shift differential.

Overtime opportunities available.