Structural Steel Fabrication Supervisor

Location: Cocoa Beach, FL Job Type: Direct Hire Shift: 2nd Shift Pay Rate: Starting at $30.00/hour; higher pay available depending on experience Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour Position Summary We are looking for an experienced Structural Steel Fabrication Supervisor to coordinate daily shop activities and guide a team of welders, fitters, and fabrication personnel. This is a hands-on leadership position that combines technical fabrication knowledge with production oversight. The supervisor will help organize workloads, address production challenges, monitor quality, and ensure work is completed safely and according to schedule. The ideal candidate has a strong background in structural steel fabrication, welding, and team leadership, along with the ability to keep shop operations running efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities and coordinate assignments for fitters, welders, and fabrication employees.
• Organize workloads and monitor production progress to meet deadlines.
• Provide guidance on structural steel fit-up, welding, layout, and blueprint interpretation.
• Identify and resolve fabrication issues that may affect production.
• Communicate workflow updates, scheduling needs, and production concerns to management.
• Ensure employees follow shop safety procedures, quality requirements, and company policies.
• Work with maintenance personnel to address equipment issues and minimize downtime.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe fabrication shop.
• Assist with employee training, onboarding, and performance development.
• Coordinate with Quality Control to maintain fabrication standards.
• Support dimensional measurements, inspections, and required production documentation.
• Perform other shop leadership responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience leading or supervising structural steel fabrication teams.
• Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication, welding, fit-up, and layout.
• Experience operating or working with CNC fabrication equipment and shop machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel drawings, fabrication plans, and blueprints.
• Understanding of shop safety practices, quality control, and manufacturing workflows.
• Experience with Tekla EPM/GO is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or adjusted schedules based on production requirements.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive starting pay with opportunities for higher compensation based on experience.
• Additional $3.00/hour second-shift differential.
• Long-term, direct-hire employment opportunity.
• Opportunity to lead an experienced fabrication team.
• Supportive work environment focused on safety, quality, and production excellence.

Why Consider This Opportunity? This is an opportunity for an experienced fabrication professional to take on a leadership role while remaining involved in daily shop operations. The position offers long-term employment potential in a team-focused environment where safety, workmanship, and production quality are priorities. Apply today to be considered for this opportunity! Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.