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Door Fabrication Manager

East Moline Glass
East Moline, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026

Objective:

We are looking to add enthusiastic and hard-working team members to our EMG family! This position will work in our fabrication facility as a Machine Programmer & Fabrication Manager which includes programing the RhinoFAB machine, overseeing the fabrication schedule, and enhancing processes. Within the training process, this person will work on the fabrication shop floor with our fabricators in order to be successful in the management role.

Responsibilities:

  • Program the Door RhinoFAB machines (similar to CNC machines) which cut, drill, and route aluminum; this includes programming with a computer-based glazing software, maintenance of the software, and maintenance of the physical machine
  • Work with tight dimensions when programming the RhinoFAB machine – sometimes building aluminum doors from scratch including unique door hardware; determining how this will alter certain dimensions and how it will operate within the door and frame system
  • Read and understand shop drawings/blueprints/plans created from our in-house CAD Drafting department in order to apply them to fabrication and ensure accurate dimensions
  • Create fabrication drawings showing dimensions, door swings, sightlines, hardware, any custom fabrication, and more in order to communicate information to the fabrication team in a way that everyone understands
  • Manage the fabrication schedule for the (door) fabrication department which oftentimes requires scheduled deadlines and forecasted bottlenecks in response to the ever-changing commercial construction industry
  • Receive and check in materials for the assigned fabrication department (doors) utilizing quality control methods
  • Work in coordination with the machine operator and other fabricators to understand lead times and abilities
  • Coordinate with other positions to ensure receiving and fabrication will line up with loading/deliveries and vice versa in order to keep installation of windows/doors moving forward across numerous jobsites
  • Learn and understand the commercial glazing industry, vernacular, hardware, and pieces that are required for a variety of systems
  • Maintain a high level of quality control of materials that are fabricated in coordination with the Director of Manufacturing Operations
  • Work in coordination with the Director of Manufacturing Operations to oversee the door fabrication employees, their work performance, and other employee relations
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills/Requirements:

  • Technical minded and detail oriented
  • Great problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication – listening, verbal, and written
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft products: Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Proactive instead of reactive work mentality

Experience/Certifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent – required
  • Experience or education in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering - preferred
  • 1-3 years of experience with 2D CAD software – strongly preferred
  • Experience in programming of (CNC) machinery – strongly preferred
  • Experience in construction/manufacturing/fabrication – strongly preferred
  • Experience in a supervisory role; or displays interpersonal skills to be successful in a supervisory role
  • *Engineering or CAD Drafting experience highly preferred*

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week); Occasional overtime opportunities; M-F day shift; No travel required

Working Conditions:

  • Office, fabrication shop, and some outdoors; possible exposure to loud noises and movement of equipment/forklifts
  • May be required to lift heavy material (up to 50 pounds)
  • Requires sedentary work, sitting, and working on a computer (up to 8 hours per working day)

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • What are your salary expectations?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Supervisory: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Engineering or CAD Drafting: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Construction/Manufacturing/Fabrication: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000

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