Pre Fabrication Supervisor

Job description:
The Pre-Fabrication Supervisor, under the direction of the Operations Manager, will primarily be responsible for overseeing the Pre-fab division on the production floor. They will coordinate the department workflow and liaise with welding department to meet customer needs. The Prefab Supervisor must be a Journeyperson Metal Fabricator or equivalent experience and have a minimum two years of experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing setting.

Job Duties

Oversee project management to ensure that workflow is continuous and uninterrupted

Plan the department's workload and flow, assign daily duties to the employees to achieve maximum efficiency, adjust as required throughout the day.

Ensure employees have clear goals and are aware of expectations, post daily production targets set by Operations Manager, fill in as the day progresses and at the end of each day

Develop strategic performance metrics and targets that are consistent with company goals and standards

Ensure that all employees comply with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and ethical standards

Ensure that safe work practices are being followed, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment

Ensure the effectiveness of employees through strategic assignment of duties, as well as hiring, discipline, and dismissal in conjunction with Operations Manager

Coordinate Job Travellers in Pre-fab area and remove from floor when job is complete

Provide leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training, and development based on individual needs of employees

Evaluate employee performance and provide feedback, coaching, and formal evaluations on a 30/60/90 day and annual basis

Provide informal feedback and coaching to staff on an ongoing basis

Daily review of Pre-fab timesheets to ensure accuracy of time directed to the correct job and step

Be involved in manufacturing of new products, learn and help employees find the best way to complete both new and outstanding projects, in compliance with company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and on-time delivery to ensure customer satisfaction

Communicate with Weld Supervisor, ensure timely delivery of materials, work through discrepancies with parts provided, or missing parts needed to complete an order

Oversee all workmanship to ensure high standards and efficiency, including completion of random QC checks

Work with Operations Manager to identify areas of improvement in production, safety and quality standards, as well as meeting customer needs

Oversee all manufacturing and processing procedures, the setting of machine or equipment controls, as well as the production and inspection processes

Oversee and maintain inventory levels for all Pre-fab consumables and related production tools

Participate in site and workplace inspections

Keep area clean and free of hazards, monitor tools and equipment and the need for repair or replacement

Keep track of drawings on the shop floor, ensure they are available when needed, kept organized and in their proper location when not in use

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Two years of experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing setting

Journeyperson Metal Fabricator or equivalent work experience

Experience in supervision and motivation of a team to achieve and exceed their goals

Demonstrated project management skills

Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills

Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies

Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports

Ability to identify issues and implement creative and strategic solutions to overcome problems

Ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations

Effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on mentoring and motivation of employees

Ability to initiate and model positive change Ability to adapt to new technology, including Basic IT skills (databases, MS Office, etc)

Experience with Pro-nest, Or similar programs.

Work Conditions

Attendance and conducting of presentations to staff and peers

Working in an office environment as well as necessary areas on the production floor

Working in a busy environment with frequent interruptions

Interaction with employees, management, and suppliers

Flexible hours are sometimes required; there is no intention for nights, weekends, holidays, excessive overtime, or unplanned travel, but customer and operational demands of the organization occasionally require it

Operation of desktop computer and peripherals

We offer:
Family/team atmosphere where staff are valued and appreciated

Excellent well maintained equipment and facilities

Competitive industry wage rates with annual review

Many other benefits and perks

Opportunities for learning, advancement, personal growth, and challenge

Clothing and Boot allowa