Fabrication Supervisor

Job Code: 331/001/180
Industry: Manufacturing
Benefits: Standard + Company Transportation
Job Brief:
Our client is seeking a candidate with a strong “can-do” attitude and a strict, authoritative presence on the shop floor. The ideal candidate is a practical leader who can efficiently manage workers, foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement, and has significant experience in sheet metal fabrication. The role requires hands-on technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to maintain high-quality standards in production operations.
Job Responsibilities:
Production Oversight & Quality Control

• Supervise cutting, punching, bending, and welding processes to ensure adherence to engineering specifications.
• Verify dimensional accuracy, bend allowances, and quality at all production stages.
• Ensure job cards are accurately prepared and implement rigorous inspection protocols.

Team Leadership & Efficiency

• Directly supervise fabrication personnel, assign tasks, and monitor workflow to eliminate idle time.
• Record daily attendance, manage shift schedules, and authorize overtime when required.
• Train new hires and upskill existing workers on fabrication techniques, safety practices, and quality standards.

Process & Workflow Management

• Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks in operations.
• Ensure timely material requisitions and proper handling, storage, and identification of parts and materials.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas following 5S principles.

Safety & Equipment Management

• Enforce strict compliance with all company safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Conduct regular safety briefings and audits.
• Ensure machinery is operated safely and maintained properly; report malfunctions immediately.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role.
• Significant experience in sheet metal fabrication (cutting, bending, welding).
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings, GD&T, and job travellers.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a production team, particularly blue-collar workers.
• Fluency in Hindi (mandatory due to workforce composition).

Must be proficient in:

• Laser cutting machine operation (mandatory)
• Press brake/bending machines, including understanding allowances, dies, and tools
• Welding processes: TIG, MIG, Spot, and Laser Welding

Preferred Qualifications (Advantageous):

• Experience with electrical switchgear fabrication (enclosures, bus supports, brackets).
• Fluency in English.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software such as AutoCAD, Metalix, CypCut, or SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Formal technical qualification (Welding Certification, Machining, Engineering Diploma).

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