Compensation Range: $95,000 - 125,000 annually
Responsibilities include:- Supervise and coordinate daily production activities within the machine shop and the weld & fabrication shop.
- Lead shop floor personnel to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and delivery targets are achieved.
- Assign work orders and manpower based on production priorities, employee skillsets, and operational requirements.
- Ensure all required materials, drawings, tooling, and work instructions are available prior to job start-up.
- Monitor workflow and production performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks or operational issues as they arise.
- Communicate effectively with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Scheduling departments regarding production concerns, material shortages, drawing revisions, and lead times.
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
- Conduct daily supervision activities including attendance management, scheduling, overtime allocation, vacation coordination, and shift coverage.
- Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to employees to support skill development and accountability.
- Participate in employee performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and corrective action processes in coordination with Human Resources.
- Support onboarding and training of new employees on shop procedures, welding standards, equipment operation, and safe work practices.
- Monitor quality throughout fabrication and welding processes to ensure compliance with customer specifications, welding procedures, and company standards.
- Assist with inspection activities including dimensional verification, weld quality checks, and completion of required production documentation.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to productivity, workflow efficiency, quality, on-time delivery, and reduction of rework and overtime.
- Review and maintain production records, time and attendance reporting, and other operational documentation as required.
- Lead by example in maintaining professionalism, teamwork, and a positive shop culture.
Required Skills & Expertise:Required:
- Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing, fabrication, or welding environment.
- Previous experience managing employee relations, attendance, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints from CAD systems.
- Strong understanding of CNC machining processes in a custom manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of welding and fabrication processes in a custom manufacturing environment.
- Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced production setting.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable leading day-to-day shop floor operations independently.
Assets:
- Previous experience in a custom fabrication or weld shop environment.
- Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and visual manufacturing processes.
- Experience with corrective actions, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with ASME codes, N299 requirements
- Hands-on welding or metal fabrication experience considered an asset.
Equipment/ Tools/ Technology Used: Physical Demands: Physical Effort.- Walking, standing, sitting, and repetitive hand / wrist / finger movements using keyboard on computer system
Physical Environment:- Office and Industrial environment: Noise, Weld fumes, weld flash, machining fumes, oils / dust, paint fumes, degreasers/grease, compressed gasses and metal filings
Sensory Attention:- Attention to detailed drawings relating to the product being produced
- Constant awareness that manufacturing processes meet customer specifications
- Awareness toward safety compliance and issues
Mental Stress:- Pressure to meet timelines/ deadlines
- Dealing with difficult people (employees, customers, co-workers)
- Organizational attitudes and behaviors
- Medium, level of stress
What We Offer - Your Benefits PackageAt Arrow, we're proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.
Health & Wellness- Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
- Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
- Fitness membership discount
- Work boot and prescription safety glasses program
Financial Benefits- RRSP Match Program
- Life and travel insurance for you and your family
- Attendance Bonus & Profit Sharing
Time Off & Culture- 15 vacation days to start
- Regular company events and team activities
- Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
Career Growth- Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training
- Apprenticeship opportunities to help you learn and grow within the company