Fabrication Shop Supervisor (Manufacturing)

The Junior Fabrication Shop Supervisor supports the daily operations of the fabrication section, assisting in supervising shop-floor activities such as cutting, welding, bending, and assembly of metal components. The role ensures smooth workflow, proper resource usage, and adherence to safety and quality standards, while gaining experience under the guidance of senior supervisors.

Key Focus Areas:

✅ Production Supervision Support

• • Monitor day-to-day activities in the fabrication shop

  • Assist in scheduling and allocating tasks to operators, welders, and fitters

  • Ensure proper use of machinery like shearing, bending, and welding equipment

✅ Quality & Inspection Support

• • Support quality checks of fabricated parts based on basic engineering drawings

  • Identify and report deviations or rework issues to seniors or QA/QC teams

  • Assist in ensuring products meet required dimensions and welding standards

✅ Safety & 5S Compliance

• • Enforce basic safety practices (PPE, equipment checks, housekeeping)

  • Support implementation of 5S and lean practices on the shop floor

  • Help identify potential hazards and suggest corrective actions

✅ Material Handling & Inventory Coordination

• • Ensure raw materials (plates, sections, pipes) are issued and utilized properly

  • Monitor consumables (welding rods, gas, grinding wheels) and raise requests as needed

  • Maintain basic records of material use and work progress

✅ Team Coordination & Reporting

• • Coordinate with team leads, machine operators, and welders for smooth workflow

  • Support time tracking, attendance, and work reporting

  • Relay instructions from senior supervisors and ensure tasks are executed on time

Roles & Responsibilities:

• • Assist in supervising fabrication shop activities

  • Ensure shop-floor staff follow production targets and safety norms

  • Maintain basic records related to daily output, rework, and delays

  • Report equipment issues or breakdowns to maintenance teams

  • Coordinate with stores and production planning for materials and tools

Qualifications:

• • Diploma / ITI in Mechanical Engineering / Fabrication Technology / Welding

  • 1–3 years of experience in a fabrication or sheet metal shop (internships/apprenticeships acceptable)

Key Skills:

• • Basic knowledge of fabrication processes (cutting, welding, fitting, grinding)

  • Ability to read simple engineering drawings and welding symbols

  • Awareness of shop-floor safety and handling of tools/machines

  • Good communication and team coordination skills

  • Willingness to learn and grow into a full supervisory role

Preferred (Optional):

• • Experience in structural steel fabrication, tanks, piping, or heavy equipment

  • Familiarity with basic welding standards (e.g., AWS, ASME Section IX)

  • Knowledge of ERP/shop-floor tracking systems is a plus

Working Conditions:

• • Workshop environment – exposure to noise, welding fumes, and metal handling

  • PPE (helmet, gloves, safety shoes, goggles) mandatory

  • May involve standing, lifting, and shift duties