About This Role
This Production Supervisor role involves overseeing daily fabrication and assembly operations to meet production schedules and project milestones. It suits a leader with experience in mechanical manufacturing or heavy equipment assembly, who can ensure quality and safety while fostering teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily fabrication and assembly operations to ensure production schedules and project milestones are met
- Direct, train, and mentor a diverse team of fabricators, welders, mechanics, electricians, and assembly technicians
- Foster a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and teamwork
- Ensure all vehicles are built strictly according to technical drawings, engineering specifications, and client requirements
- Conduct in-process inspections to maintain high-quality standards
- Enforce strict Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols on the shop floor, including the safe operation of heavy machinery, welding equipment, and lifting gear
- Identify bottlenecks in the fabrication/assembly line and implement practical solutions to improve workflow, reduce material waste, and optimize labor efficiency
- Collaborate closely with the Design/Engineering, Procurement, and Quality Control departments to resolve technical issues, ensure material availability, and final vehicle handovers
- Maintain accurate daily production reports, timesheets, equipment maintenance logs, and quality checklists
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Diploma in Associate Engineering Mechanical, Automotive Engineering, Fabrication Technology, or a related technical field
- Minimum of 3 to 4 years of hands-on experience in mechanical manufacturing, vehicle fabrication, or heavy equipment assembly
- At least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role
- Strong understanding of metal fabrication, welding processes (MIG/TIG), and mechanical assembly
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD layouts
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple custom projects simultaneously
Nice to have:
- Experience with specialty vehicles (ambulances, RVs, fire trucks)