Fabrication Shop Supervisor

Futures are looking to appoint a Fabrication Shop Supervisor for our client based on the outskirts of Wakefield who are known for delivering high-quality, precision-engineered products. The successful Fabrication Shop Supervisor will join a well established team. This is an ideal role for someone with strong leadership abilities, a passion for continuous improvement, and solid technical knowledge, particularly in SolidWorks and modern fabrication practices.

Fabrication Shop Supervisor / CNC / SolidWorks / Continuous Improvement

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the fabrication shop to ensure production schedules are met.

• Lead and motivate a team of skilled tradespeople in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles and other proven methodologies.

• Interpret engineering drawings and support the design process using SolidWorks.

• Coordinate with engineering, quality, and logistics teams to ensure seamless production flow.

• Monitor safety, quality, and productivity metrics, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Fabrication Shop Supervisor / CNC / SolidWorks / Continuous Improvement

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a fabrication or manufacturing leadership role.

• Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks (design interpretation and drawing revision).

• Hands-on knowledge of continuous improvement strategies (e.g., Lean, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma).

• Excellent communication and team management skills.

• Ability to troubleshoot fabrication issues and implement timely solutions.

• Strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset.

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