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Title: Sheet Metal Fabrication Supervisor - 2nd shift
Location: Farmington, CT
Job Description:
About The Job 2nd Shift Sheetmetal Dept Supervisor
Sheet Metal Fabrication Supervisor:
Our Client is seeking an experienced 2nd shift Supervisor (Sheet Metal Fabrication) to lead day-to-day shop floor operations and oversee a team of fabrication professionals. This role is responsible for ensuring a safe work environment, maintaining high quality standards, and driving productivity to meet operational goals.
Key Responsibilities
Title: Sheet Metal Fabrication Supervisor - 2nd shift
Location: Farmington, CT
Job Description:
About The Job 2nd Shift Sheetmetal Dept Supervisor
Sheet Metal Fabrication Supervisor:
Our Client is seeking an experienced 2nd shift Supervisor (Sheet Metal Fabrication) to lead day-to-day shop floor operations and oversee a team of fabrication professionals. This role is responsible for ensuring a safe work environment, maintaining high quality standards, and driving productivity to meet operational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and support shop floor personnel in accordance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all workplace safety procedures
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions when issues arise
- Manage daily production schedules, staffing, and resource allocation to achieve on-time delivery, quality, and productivity targets
- Support new product introductions, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Oversee employee scheduling, training, performance development, and cross-training efforts
- Forecast departmental staffing, equipment, and capacity needs; assist with hiring and workforce planning
- Lead and sustain lean manufacturing initiatives, including workflow optimization and workplace organization (5S)
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment required
- Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes and shop floor operations
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems (such as SAP or similar platforms) preferred
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and drive accountability in a fast-paced production environment