Fabrication Manager Job Description
Fabrication manager
provides leadership in the implementation of Lean Six Sigma principles, techniques, process controls and procedures in manufacturing.
Fabrication Manager Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective fabrication manager job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included fabrication manager job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Support manufacturing engineers with problem solving of automated equipment issues
Ensure continuous morale and team building
Weekly scheduling of engineering support with production and maintenance for both straight time and weekend support
Produces Contracts and manages progress from design through installation
Interface with architects and engineers to meet the project requirements
Manage the third party design effort of all signage, building signs, and ghost graphics needed for each project
Supervises/handles the installation to ensure compliance with contract specifications
Manages the production at vendor locations ensuring project quality, creative intent, specific conformance and schedule accuracy through installation
Develop capital and departmental budgets
Develop new fabrication/polishing processes for crystals and optics
Fabrication Manager Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Fabrication Manager
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CWB, PMP, CQMS/ISO, BB, GB, CSOC, CWI, CPM, APICS, PCN
Education for Fabrication Manager
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the fabrication manager job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Engineering, Business, Technical, Manufacturing, Education, Management, Architecture, Writing, Design, Mechanical Engineering
Skills for Fabrication Manager
Desired skills for fabrication manager include:
Lean Daily Management principles
CAM software
Lean Manufacturing and 5S
Manufacturing MRP systems
OSHA and EPA regulations
Pipe fitting procedures and skills
Along with CAD and CAM
Coating/painting
Fabrication processes and principles
Machining theory and standard machining practices
Desired experience for fabrication manager includes:
Manage strategic supplier performance and capability proactively through the use of business reviews, supplier performance metrics, contract administration tools, and continuous improvement projects
Aggressively lead the fabrication and tooling organization consisting of hourly production technicians, tooling engineers, production supervisors, skilled tradesmen, and fabrication process engineers
Provide direction and guidance for a two shift production department and the weekend shift preventative maintenance team
Coordinate activities to support engineering projects and manufacturing needs
Select, coach and develop employees in the press and tooling organization
Maintain a dependable and dedicated workforce through open communications and the ability to drive and sustain change
Fabrication Manager Examples
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Fabrication Manager Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a fabrication manager. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for fabrication manager
- Manage / schedule the fabrication department using a Kanban replenishment system
- Responsible for the efficient operation of 56 presses ranging in capacity from 150 T to 800 T, using over 300 different die combinations, hydraulic press lines, and over 30 robotic processes
- Provide leadership to local for global programs to improve supplier quality
- Drive profitable delivery of 1st Fit Capital Goods on time
- Manage all project risks
- Negotiate resolution of complex technical and commercial issues with customers
- Capitalize on opportunities to increase profit on 1st Fit Capital Goods projects
- Maintain performance measurements (actuals versus targeted estimated) for cost, quality and schedule
- Assist in developing strategies to win business (projects) through the competitive bidding process
- Participate in and drive continuous improvement efforts to improve profitability, delivery times and customer satisfaction
Qualifications for fabrication manager
- At least five years of leadership experience in a large manufacturing environment
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with all levels in the organization
- Understanding of capital, tooling and expense budgeting
- Understanding of lean manufacturing tools and TPM
- Proven ability of driving initiatives that support change
- Excellent communication, both written and oral skills, interpersonal skills, in addition to being results oriented, creative and self-motivated are required
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a fabrication manager. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for fabrication manager
- Provides guidance, direction and leadership to insure that parts are manufactured with the highest level of quality in a safe and timely manner that will meet or exceed customer expectations
- Conducts fact-based analysis using lean techniques to create value, eliminates waste and drives continuous process improvement related to safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity
- Mentors and develops direct reports and entire team
- Listens, supports, engages and encourages employee suggestions and input to achieve excellent results
- Recognizes exemplary employee contributions and behaviors
- Provides timely, honest, and specific feedback and helps employees grow and succeed
- Creates safe environments in which employee can communicate their opinions openly
- Establishes goals, sets priorities and coordinates all related activities within the team to drive focus towards meeting or exceeding established common business objectives from the Site Goal Tree and Strategic plant plan
- Provides leadership guidance during Gemba walks
- Manages team KPIs and trends
Qualifications for fabrication manager
- Supports the implementation of a common Design/Develop/Deploy process between New Product Development (NPD) and Manufacturing, to facilitate the introduction of new products into production
- Utilizes Design for Assembly and Design for Manufacturability processes to insure competitively designed products
- Provides support in system collaboration between Asheville and Marietta
- Implements FMEA process as a tool to drive quality improvement of the product and the process
- Performs other duties and cross training as assigned
- Minimum of 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or manufacturing engineering with a preference for experience in engineering & regulatory compliance environments
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Our company is looking to fill the role of fabrication manager. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for fabrication manager
- Consults with and supports faculty and students on model construction, studio projects, and other research projects
- Oversees the safe operation of the architectural lab, shop, and research facilities at the School, including the handling of building materials, chemicals, equipment, and power tools
- Manages the procurement, storage and handling of design and construction supplies, and other classroom materials
- Spearheads the development, review, and implementation of safety procedures for the School's workshops and laboratories
- Oversees the orientation and safety training program, within compliance of University policies and OSHA standards
- Arranging, NDT and hydrostatic tests
- Provide management, engineering/technical support and direction and able to coordinate subcontracted work associated with module engineering, fabrication, assembly, ,testing and pre-commissioning at fabrication facilities
- Manages the execution and implementation of all associated Module engineering activities in conformance with project drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, procedures, quality requirements and safety standards
- Must be experienced in Module Mobility
- Provides input for the development of project schedules in cooperation with the construction engineers and planners
Qualifications for fabrication manager
- Knowledge of process engineering, standardization and documentation and strong organizational and leadership skills, with proven ability to effectively plan, implement and administer programs to achieve business objectives
- Strong building and model-making skills, basic construction and shop skills
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in a Quality Control environment, and at least 5 years in a Management role
- Possess adequate qualifications to meet the requirement to be a lead auditor
- CWB welding supervision certification a bonus
- Engineering degree or Bachelor’s degree a bonus
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Our innovative and growing company is looking for a fabrication manager. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for fabrication manager
- Has demonstrated modular piping and structural experience that focuses upon layout, fabrication, assembly, staging, load out and transportation of large process, intermediate process ISBL and ISBL/OSBL pipe rack modules
- Has modular fabrication yard experience that includes weight control, assembly completion documentation, preparation for transit on over land and water borne vessels
- Has demonstrated ability to develop early modular configuration tables, modular craft manpower planning projections and curves, evaluate and project modular man hour productivity and develop early cost evaluations for modular work
- Has demonstrated experience in setting modular goals and objectives and planning, developing, documenting and execution of the constructability program under the Supervision of the CM
- Has experience and understanding of early modular development
- Has modular experience in early prequalification and recommendation of fabricators
- Has demonstrated experience in scheduling modular fabrication, and assembly
- Remains knowledgeable of safety policies and procedures and performs assigned duties in a safe manner
- Manages the contractual commitments of contractors, including cost, quality, and schedule and coordinates their field activities
- Maintains quality of all work in accordance with the standards as specified in the design documents
Qualifications for fabrication manager
- Willing to travel to job sites as required
- Opportunity to lead a team of high performers
- Sustain and improve photolithography processes for LED device fabrication by leading a diverse team of engineers and technicians
- Organize and manage projects that positively impact costs and product yields on both a both near and long term roadmap
- Lead technical solving problem teams
- Develop and mentor existing staff grow team though external and internal recruiting
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Fabrication Manager Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of fabrication manager. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for fabrication manager
- Initiating, reviewing and up-dating work instructions and guidelines
- Oversee the preparation of cost estimates for new products and pricing of products to ensure Arconic’s competitive market position while maintaining company profit goals
- Investigate and resolve manufacturing problems through Daily Management, Problem Solving, and Continuous Improvement Activities
- Ensure safe work culture exists through application of EHS standards and 5S development
- Utilizes Support Staffs of Engineering and Maintenance to ensure process are optimize to peak safety and productivity
- Reports Daily to the organization Key Performance Measure to ensure Daily/Monthly Goals are achieved
- Ensures Orders are satisfied On Time In Full to Pre-Determined Production Schedules
- Maximizes CNC Utilization within work areas to effectively maximize safety and productivity
- Adjusts Labor based on customer demand between the 4 distinct fabrication areas
- Engages Employees Daily in Safety and Productivity Improvements
Qualifications for fabrication manager
- Assist the Central Fabrication Director with all personnel issues
- Able to read financial statements (P&L) and adjust operations to meet financial goals
- Proven supervisory or leadership skills (experience developing and evaluating employees)
- Proven track record of quality assurance and improvement initiatives
- BS in Business Administration, Production Operations, O&P or equivalent
- One to three years of production management experience