Fabrication Supervisor

Kinetix HR
  • Birmingham, AL
    6 days ago

    Job Description

    Who We Are

    We’re a plastic processing manufacturer with a hands-on team culture built on clarity, ownership, and consistent execution. We operate with integrated systems that support communication, traceability, and performance tracking across the plant.

    Our environment is structured, fast-paced, and team-oriented. We value leaders who build stability, develop people, and drive results through systems—not emotion or workarounds.

    What We’re Looking For

    We’re looking for a hands-on leader who leads by example on the floor—coaching operators, enforcing standards, and driving consistent execution across shifts.

    Top candidates come from high-accountability manufacturing environments (automotive, aerospace, medical, etc.) where precision, traceability, and process discipline are required.

    This role is best suited for someone who:

    · Takes ownership of outcomes

    · Works effectively across departments

    · Builds structure, clarity, and repeatable processes

    · Is comfortable being both a leader and a primary operator

    Job Summary

    The Fabrication Supervisor leads daily operations in the Fabrication Department, ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient production.

    This is a hands-on leadership role where the supervisor is expected to operate equipment, support the team directly, and maintain ownership of output, quality, and standards.

    Leadership & Coordination

    · Lead a team of 4 across three shifts; ensure smooth transitions and consistent expectations

    · Run daily morning briefs to align priorities and reinforce standards

    · Coach operators through hands-on support and real-time feedback

    · Drive accountability through clear expectations, follow-up, and consistency

    · Communicate effectively across departments while respecting defined roles and responsibilities

    · Use KPI dashboards and production data to monitor performance and drive improvements

    Fabrication & Equipment

    · Serve as or develop into the primary CNC operator, including setup, offsets, and troubleshooting

    · Optimize layouts, nesting, and machine utilization

    · Support roll-cut operations and train team members on equipment use

    · Manage fabrication queue to meet production and shipping deadlines

    · Coordinate with maintenance for machine issues and preventative care

    Safety & Quality

    · Enforce PPE, safe work practices, and organized work areas (5s)

    · Train team members on equipment, procedures, and product handling

    · Maintain traceability, labeling accuracy, and process discipline

    · Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions

    · Ensure consistent data entry and adherence to standards

    Material Handling & Logistics

    · Support material flow, staging, and coordination with shipping and logistics

    · Maintain inventory accuracy through proper labeling, traceability, and Kanban systems

    · Operate forklifts as needed

    Technical & Systems Expectations

    · Experience operating or working closely with manufacturing equipment (CNC experience preferred but not required)

    · Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn CNC operation and troubleshooting

    · Familiarity with process optimization, tooling, and machine performance improvement

    · Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred), production tracking tools, and Microsoft Office

    · Comfortable working within structured digital workflows (Asana, Teams, etc.)

    Qualifications

    · 4+ years leading teams in a manufacturing or production environment

    · Proven ability to drive accountability, structure, and team performance

    · Experience in high-precision or high-accountability manufacturing environments preferred

    · Demonstrated ability to solve problems through process

    · Ability to perform physical job functions including lifting up to 50 lbs regularly, operating equipment, and actively supporting floor operations as a hands-on leader

    Compensation & Expectations

    This is a salary-based leadership role designed for individuals who take full ownership of department performance.

    Compensation includes:

    · Base Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

    · Performance Bonus: Paid monthly and tied to key department performance metrics, including production stability, quality, team performance, and system execution

    This structure is designed to reward consistent, system-driven performance, team stability, and overall department ownership.

    Benefits

    · Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (BCBS)

    · 401(k) with 3% company match

    · 9 paid holidays annually

    · Weekly pay schedule

    · 2 weeks PTO in the first year (prorated); 3 weeks PTO after 5 years

    · Day shift with occasional support on second and third shifts

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBirmingham, AL

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