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PLATE FAB SUPERVISOR

Wells
Ashland, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/12/2026
General Description

The Fabrication Shop Supervisor monitors production output, supervises staff, and ensures that products meet plant specifications and quality expectations. Responsibilities include managing inventory, ordering raw materials, increasing the efficiency of operations, and scheduling production.

WHY WORK FOR US?

At Wells, we empower our team members to deliver an exceptional client experience. Our employees are talented problem solvers that shine in preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. They bring innovative solutions that yield outstanding results.

In the design and construction industry, we focus on honesty and hard work to build trust that lasts beyond individual projects. Our team is consistently working to improve building processes and raise industry standards. We meet our partners' needs through collaborative efforts that ensure safe and certain results, reducing risks along the way. Together, we help businesses and individuals succeed and change our communities for the better.

What We Have To Offer

Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid premiums for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
  • Wellness Incentives
  • Paid holidays
  • Flex spending for medical and daycare
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • 401(k) plan with profit sharing
  • Access to Nice Healthcare
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Wishbone Pet Insurance
  • Critical Illness Benefit Plan
  • Accident Insurance Plan
  • Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan

Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative.

Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

  • Complete daily/weekly employee time schedules
  • Conduct breakdowns/take-offs of raw material orders
  • Coordinate delivery and handling processes of raw materials
  • Schedule and supervise the production of hardware needed for Company product molds
  • Conduct weekly safety/toolbox talks among employees
  • Assigns work to department personnel to attain department objectives using knowledge of production processes, company policies, production schedules, work orders, equipment capacity, and employee capabilities
  • Readily perceives and effectively responds to schedules and product flows essential to supervising highly productive, cost-effective, quality-oriented manufacturing operations
  • Recommends and initiates improvements to production processes, to increase manufacturing efficiency
  • Establishes and controls procedures to ensure the production of conforming fabricated assembly components
  • Monitors and controls established procedures to ensure compliance with quality standards
  • Establishes and monitors cost control systems to achieve department budget objectives
  • Responsible for compliance with safety and housekeeping requirements
  • Facilitates and promotes company policy and Quality Improvement programs within all department workgroups
  • Provide training, support, direction, and guidance to department personnel
  • Provide objective feedback for continued employee growth
  • Recommend and administer personnel actions under company policies and procedures
  • Set department goals and develop an outline for achievement
  • To work overtime as requested
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Superb experience managing fabrication activities
  • Substantial experience working in a sales-driven environment
  • Strong ability to oversee complex operations
  • Ability to interrupt and analyze technical data
  • Ability to work varying shifts
  • Solid problem-solving skills
  • An understanding of inventory stages, such as Raw Material, WIP and Finished Goods
  • Proficient in GMAW/SMAW Welding, Plasma cutting, Shears, saws and similar equipment
  • Read and interpret weld process according to AWS and ASME section IX
  • Ability to understand and apply workplace safety procedures

Education, Skills, And Abilities Required

  • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Preferably a two or four-year college degree in a related field
  • Minimum of five (5) years of management experience in welding or related industry
  • In-depth knowledge of construction and fabrication procedures

Physical Requirements/ Ada Essential Functions

  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
  • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for typing, filing, and using office equipment
  • Visual acuity and ability to read small print
  • Hearing acuity and ability to communicate effectively with others
  • Ability to lift and move office supplies and equipment
  • Mobility and ability to move around the office as needed

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Minimal risk of exposure to unusual elements
  • Minimal risk of safety precautions
  • General office environment

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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