Fabrication Production Manager

A growing fabrication and manufacturing operation is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee day‑to‑day production activities. This role manages the full workflow from raw material procurement through fabrication, assembly, and delivery, ensuring quality, efficiency, and on‑time output.

The right candidate will have strong experience in metal fabrication environments, laser cutting operations, scheduling, inventory management, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule production workflows across all fabrication stages.
• Analyze material requirements; quote, order, and track metal materials (plate, sheet, tube in steel, aluminum, stainless steel, etc.).
• Manage procurement, receiving, inventory, hardware, and consumables.
• Oversee job tracking and ensure work moves efficiently through production.
• Collaborate with production staff to meet quality standards and output targets.
• Set up and nest laser cutting files; schedule and oversee plate and tube laser cutting operations.
• Track raw parts, sub‑assemblies, and finished goods across production steps.
• Manage POs, inventory, and staging for outside finishing vendors or downstream processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency.
• Communicate with clients and vendors regarding schedules and production status.
• Support pricing and quoting for existing and new parts or product lines.
• Coordinate equipment and facility maintenance schedules and documentation.
• Serve as a backup operator for fiber laser cutting equipment when needed.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 3–5 years operating fiber laser cutting equipment (plate/sheet/tube).
• 3–5 years in file setup, nesting, and programming for laser cutting using Cypcut, TubePro, and TubesT software.
• Knowledge of proper start‑up/shut‑down procedures for laser systems, air compressors, and air dryer/chiller systems.
• 3–5 years using Microsoft Excel for tracking and reporting.
• 3–5 years experience in fabrication quoting/pricing.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong organizational skills and computer proficiency.
• Knowledge of metal materials, sizing, and fabrication processes.
• Experience with material procurement and warehouse inventory management.
• 3–5 years team leadership or supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of welding processes and general fabrication tools.
• High attention to detail and strong visual inspection capability.
• Ability to develop and implement processes, procedures, and efficiency improvements.
• Experience coordinating equipment and facility maintenance.
• Ability to interpret production drawings and use measurement tools (metric & imperial).

Preferred Skills

• Hands‑on experience in both plate and tube fabrication environments.
• Strong communication skills with both internal teams and external vendors.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with shifting priorities.