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Fabrication SupervisorJGM • Reading, PA, US
Fabrication Supervisor

Fabrication Supervisor

JGM • Reading, PA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : About JGM

Do you want to work for a construction company unlike any other? At JGM, we challenge the industrys status quo. Known as the team that delivers When You Need It Yesterday, weve built a culture around safety, quality, and speed.

At JGM, were more than a company-were a family. Working side by side, we support one another, building trust by knowing we can count on each other. Driven by our core values, mission, and purpose, we stay focused on our vision for the future. The result? A team environment that fuels exceptional employee satisfaction, which in turn drives extraordinary client experience and continued company growth.

The only question is : Are you ready to join our growing family and be part of something truly special?

Be an integral part of the JGM family by living our core values :

  • We Plan. We Adapt. We Succeed.
  • Uncompromising Safety & Quality.
  • Family is Our Foundation.
  • Create Value Through Better Solutions.
  • Whatever it Takes.
  • Commitment to Self-improvement.

Our Purpose (FOREVER) : Develop Elite Leaders Today, So We Can Build Tomorrows Future

Our Vision (ONE DAY) : Driven to be the Safest, Fastest, and Most Effective Industrial Construction & Fabrication Partner in North America

Our Mission (TODAY) : Solve Our Clients Toughest Challenges with Safety and Quality Top of Mind

Position Overview

The Fabrication Supervisor is responsible for frontline leadership of fabrication activities within JGMs structural steel shop. Reporting to the Fabrication Plant Superintendent, this role directly manages 35 Fabrication Leads, who in turn oversee crews of fitters, fabricators, painters, and welders. The Supervisor ensures projects are executed safely, on time, to quality standards, and in alignment with JGMs production goals. This position plays a critical role in building and developing teams, driving daily performance, and maintaining a safe and efficient shop environment.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Workforce Management

  • Supervise and direct fabrication leads, providing daily and hourly guidance, support, and accountability.
  • Oversee hiring, onboarding, and performance management of welders, fitters, and fabricators, material handlers, painters.
  • Schedule crews to meet production demands and project deadlines.
  • Foster a positive and disciplined work environment aligned with JGM values.
  • Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure 100% compliance with JGM safety policies, OSHA requirements, and industry standards.
  • Conduct daily safety talks and enforce safe work practices.
  • Report and correct hazards, incidents, and good catches in coordination with EHS staff.
  • Production Oversight

  • Execute production schedules assigned by the Plant Superintendent.
  • Ensure earned hours, throughput, and quality targets are achieved.
  • Monitor workflow and resource allocation to minimize downtime and bottlenecks.
  • Drive productivity improvements within assigned crews.
  • Quality Control

  • Verify work is completed in compliance with AISC standards, AWS, and project specifications.
  • Collaborate with Quality Inspectors to identify and correct non-conforming work.
  • Promote craftsmanship and attention to detail across all crews.
  • Team Development

  • Mentor fabrication leads to build leadership skills and prepare them for future growth.
  • Provide skills training and support certification development for welders, fitters, and fabricators.
  • Participate in performance reviews and employee progression planning.
  • Resource & Equipment Management

  • Ensure crews have the correct tools, consumables, and materials to perform work.
  • Report equipment issues and coordinate with Maintenance to minimize downtime.
  • Support implementation continuous improvement initiatives in work areas.
  • Communication & Reporting

  • Maintain clear communication with the Plant Superintendent on crew performance, challenges, and resource needs.
  • Provide input into daily / weekly production reports.
  • Coordinate with project managers, schedulers, and QC to ensure shop output aligns with project requirements.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with other fellow Fabrication Supervisors on best practices, scheduling, and employee practices.
  • Qualifications

  • 7+ years of structural steel fabrication experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role.
  • Strong knowledge of AISC standards, AWS D1.5 (Sinking Springs) D1.1 (Coatesville) welding codes, and steel fabrication practices.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop teams of 1025 employees through direct and indirect supervision.
  • Hands-on experience with reading and interpreting shop drawings, blueprints, and fabrication plans.
  • Familiarity with fabrication management systems (Tekla PowerFab or similar) a plus.
  • Strong leadership, critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and workforce development.
  • Performance Metrics

    Success in this role will be measured by :

  • Safety performance (incident / good catch reporting, compliance audits)
  • Crew productivity (earned vs. planned hours, throughput rates)
  • Quality results (inspection pass rates, rework reduction)
  • Team development (employee retention, training, and skill advancement)
  • On-time completion of assigned fabrication work
  • Physical Requirements

    The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Requires prolonged walking, standing, sitting, bending, squatting, stooping, climbing, regular lifting and carrying to move up to 50 lbs., talking, hearing, reaching, feeling, grasping, and push / pulling.
  • Must be able to work in various weather conditions / temperatures.
  • Regular mental and visual attention much or all the time with manual coordination.
  • General office environment conditions.
  • Flexibility required to travel.
  • JGM offers a competitive wageand benefit package :

  • Participate in the companys yearly performance bonus program
  • Medical, Vision & Dental
  • PTO & Holidays
  • 401(k) + Matching
  • Life Insurance
  • Short / Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Referral Program
  • Training and Further Education
  • This job description is subject to change based on the needs of the business and is not all-inclusive.

    JGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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