Fabrication Team Lead

Fabrication Team Lead - Sudbury

Perm
30-36.85/hr
1st shift
Onsite
Job Summary: The Fabrication Team Leader supports daily operations in metal fabrication and painting, acting as a hands-on technical expert and informal leader. Working closely with the Production Manager, this role helps ensure production schedules, safety, quality, 5S, and efficiency goals are met. While not a formal supervisor, the Team Leader mentors team members, promotes operational discipline, and assists in coordinating activities and resolving issues. This role is ideal for a fabrication expert who leads by example and drives continuous improvement through collaboration and technical guidance.

Key Responsibilities:
Job Summary: The Fabrication Team Leader supports daily operations in metal fabrication and painting, acting as a hands-on technical expert and informal leader. Working closely with the Production Manager, this role helps ensure production schedules, safety, quality, 5S, and efficiency goals are met. While not a formal supervisor, the Team Leader mentors team members, promotes operational discipline, and assists in coordinating activities and resolving issues. This role is ideal for a fabrication expert who leads by example and drives continuous improvement through collaboration and technical guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily Operations Support: Provide day-to-day guidance to the fabrication team, helping to prioritize work and ensure adherence to quality, safety, and production schedules.
• Technical Expertise & Troubleshooting: Serve as a subject matter expert in fabrication processes including welding, cutting, machining, and painting; provide hands-on support and troubleshooting as needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and suggest process improvements to increase productivity, minimize waste, and improve material utilization and workflow efficiency.
• Quality Support: Assist with quality control efforts by guiding team members on best practices and collaborating with the Quality department to resolve issues.
• Mentorship & Skills Development: Support the training and development of team members; lead by example in safety, work ethic, and professionalism.
• Equipment Oversight: Monitor the condition and performance of fabrication tools and equipment; coordinate with the manager to report and plan maintenance or upgrades.
• Safety & 5S Discipline: Promote and support adherence to safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards across the fabrication area.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Engineering, Production Planning, and Quality to ensure alignment on priorities and execution of production plans.
• Reporting & Metrics: Support the manager by contributing to performance reporting and identifying trends in safety, quality, and productivity.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks and project support as assigned by the Production Manager.

• 5+ years in fabrication, manufacturing, or production environments with hands-on expertise; prior experience in an informal leadership, team lead, or mentorship role is preferred.
• Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
• Proficiency in fabrication processes including welding, cutting, machining, forming, and assembly.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through example, mentor peers, and support team cohesion without formal supervisory authority.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and manufacturing safety best practices.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with CAD software is a plus.

• Experience in metal fabrication, sheet metal, or heavy industrial manufacturing
• AWS, ASME, or similar welding certification is a plus
• Background in CNC machining or automation in fabrication

• No direct supervisory responsibility.
• May provide task direction, mentorship, and operational support to peers.
• Assists the Production Manager in coordinating team activities and providing input on team performance.

• Minimal