Fabrication/ Weld Production Manager

About us

Since 1956, Swanton Welding has been providing our customers with quality metal fabrication services. As we grew and expanded our footprint, we’ve been able to expand the fabrication services offered under the Swanton Welding name.

From small parts to oversized structural towers, we fabricate and assemble projects for a wide variety of industries.

Swanton Welding & Machining is a premier full-service steel fabrication company with operations in Ohio and Georgia

We are seeking a professional, self-motivated, and energetic individual to fill the position of Shop Manager at our Wauseon, OH location. This individual will have the responsibility for daily activities related to production and fabrication. This person is responsible for assisting the plant manager in ensuring the execution of daily production and fabrication are met. This person must be a self-starter and be able to drive projects to completion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with management to establish production schedules to ensure projects meet required due dates.
• Manage and oversee multiple areas of operation and production.
• Set ambitious production goals and communicate them to key personnel.
• Ensure finished products meet recognized standards and customer expectations by maintaining quality procedures.
• Access procedures to recommend opportunities for improvement, quality assurance and customer service.
• Supervise staff and provide direction on daily activities including daily work assignments and schedules.
• Manage and schedule hours worked by staff.
• Work with Project Managers and Plant Manager to ensure timely completion and delivery of finished fabrications.
• Ensure safety standards and practices are followed by all staff.
• Train, develop and evaluate staff.
• Oversee equipment operation and maintenance.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects assigned by Plant Manager.
• Ensure safety programs are in place.
• Recruit and hire new employees.
• Most of your time will be spent on the shop floor.
• Meet sales & financial goals.
• Meet customer expectations.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more in manufacturing related field
• Preferred experience in welding/fabrication field
• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• Excellent project management skills
• Ability to multitask and keep track of different jobs/projects.
• Problem solving skills.
• Good analytical, conceptual, and planning skills
• Results driven by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Wauseon, OH 43567: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person