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POSITION SUMMARY: Are you a hands-on leader who thrives at the crossroads of precision, innovation, and team development? As our Fabrication Manager, you ll drive the heartbeat of production overseeing operations in Fabrication, AutoCAD, Paint, and Electrical. Your mission: ensure projects run like clockwork, teams are aligned and empowered, materials flow smoothly, and every piece leaves the floor with excellence. This is more than management it s leading a team to transform designs into reality, with quality and safety at the core. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Lead, mentor, and energize a cross-functional team from AutoCAD drafters to electrical techs to hit production targets with pride. Be the quality gatekeeper: audit drawings and fabricated work for accuracy before moving forward in production. Apply your knowledge of UL standards and electrical integration to ensure our signage meets the highest safety and design expectations. Collaborate with Project Managers and Sales to align fabrication timelines, labor allocation, and budgets especially on high-profile custom jobs. Optimize material usage and drive cost-saving initiatives with real-time analysis and reporting. Stage materials and orchestrate workflow to eliminate bottlenecks and keep production running seamlessly. Keep the floor safe, organized, and inspection-ready meeting OSHA standards and championing a culture of safety and efficiency. Continuously improve: Evaluate processes, equipment, and layout for performance boosts, quality gains, and operational excellence. WHAT YOU BRING: Strong background in custom metal fabrication and industrial equipment Fluent in blueprint/spec interpretation and AutoCAD rendering review Problem-solver with a sharp eye for detail and quality Knowledge of electrical systems integration for digital signage Strong time management and leadership under pressure Experience balancing labor, materials, and budget demands Familiarity with safety, health, and environmental compliance standards Excellent communication and team collaboration skills THE TEAM YOU'LL LEAD: Direct supervision of Fabrication personnel across multiple functions. You ll also work closely with HR to recruit, coach, and retain a high-performing team managing progress reviews, resolving conflicts, and reinforcing company culture and policies. WHAT TO EXPECT: This role requires occasional travel, flexibility with hours, and a willingness to get hands-on when deadlines are tight. Expect a dynamic environment where your decisions shape both the product and the people behind it.