Fabrication Supervisor

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Fabrication Supervisor to lead and coordinate fabrication operations in an Engineer-to-Order (ETO) manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in custom fabrication team leadership and production planning with the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and ensure timely high-quality output.

Experienced supervisor of 30 direct reports with a track record of performance and team development

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of fabrication teams including welders plumbing electrical technicians and assemblers.

• Interpret engineering drawings (P&ID) blueprints and technical specifications for custom-built products.

• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

• Collaborate with engineering procurement and project management teams to resolve design and production issues.

• Monitor and optimize workflow material usage and labor efficiency.

• Train and mentor team members on fabrication techniques safety protocols and quality standards.

• Maintain accurate production records and generate reports for management.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in line with lean manufacturing principles.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related field.

• 3 years of supervisory experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment

• Strong understanding of fabrication processes including welding cutting forming and machining.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and Bill of Materials (BOMs).

• Excellent leadership communication and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning tools.

• Knowledge of safety regulations and quality control standards.

Preferred Skills:

• Proven leadership with a track record of driving team performance accountability and morale

• Hands-on approachable leadership style; comfortable working alongside the team on the floor

• Proficient in reading and interpreting P&IDs and complex fabrication schematics

• Working knowledge of PVC gluing conduit bending and light electrical assembly

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing 5S or Six Sigma principles in a production setting

• Experience coaching mentoring and developing direct labor team members

• Working knowledge of CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD) to support fabrication planning or troubleshooting

• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with planning engineering and quality teams

• Comfortable using metrics to drive decisions and improve workflow efficiency
  

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position

The estimated salary range for this position is $ 63600.00 to $ pay is dependent on multiple factors such as skills experience and work location and is not typically at the top of the Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package including Medical Dental Vision plans 401(k) with company contribution paid time off paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage conservation and re-use. Our products impact public utilities industrial sectors residential areas and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water electric and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.