What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Superintendent position at Moon Fabricating Corp?
Shop Superintendent – Lead Production and Operational Excellence
Job Overview:
- Company: Moon Fabricating Corp.
- Salary/Pay Rate: $75,000 annually plus performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Location: On-site (Kokomo, IN).
- Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
- Schedule: Monday – Friday (8-hour shifts).
- Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.
The Opportunity: You will serve as a pivotal operational leader, driving the daily success of a world-class custom steel fabrication shop. This role empowers you to mentor skilled craftsmen while implementing process improvements that directly impact on-time delivery and company growth. You will bridge the gap between senior leadership and the shop floor to ensure quality and efficiency.
How You Will Make an Impact:
- Direct daily shop operations and coordinate work sequences with Leadmen to maximize productivity.
- Implement strategic process improvements that increase reliability and performance across all departments.
- Supervise labor hour reporting and daily task documentation to ensure project transparency and budget adherence.
- Mentor team members in technical skills including welding, grinding, and blueprint reading to foster craftsmanship.
- Enforce strict compliance with Quality Control Inspection procedures and safety protocols at all times.
- Facilitate seamless project kick-offs by communicating critical work order details to the fabrication team.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Proven leadership experience in a fabrication or industrial shop environment.
- Solid understanding of production workflows, labor tracking, and resource management.
- Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and interpret technical specifications.
- Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe industrial workspace.
- Strong communication skills for coordinating via email and MagOne radios.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
- Advanced experience in custom steel fabrication or specialized lining services.
- Demonstrated success in identifying and resolving production bottlenecks.
- Previous experience managing shop facility access and daily security protocols.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Annual salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Life Insurance.
- Paid Time Off including holidays and vacation.
- Stable Monday through Friday work schedule.
About Us: Moon Fabricating Corp is a world-class leader in custom steel fabrication and specialized lining services. Based in Kokomo, Indiana, we provide high-performance solutions for industrial storage and processing equipment. Our Technical & Design team is the backbone of our operation, turning complex challenges into engineered reality.
Learn more at www.moontanks.com.
Moon Fabricating Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Salary : $75,000