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ILUS Fabrication & Welding Manager

Daifuku


Job Location:

Hobart, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 90000 - 120000
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

About Us

Daifuku is the nations leading independent provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers inhouse the company designs manufactures integrates and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leadingedge conveyor and sortation systems voice and lightdirected order fulfillment equipment controls and software robotics mezzanines and structures.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The 1st Shift Fabrication Manager manages the Fabrication and Welding team ensuring efficient and timely production.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Sponsorship
  • Must be available to work 1st Shift (5:00am-1:30pm CST) on-site dailyin Hobart Indiana
  • Acollaborative team playerwho thrives in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
  • Strongattention to detail problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellentcommunication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting

Salary Range: $90000-$120000K

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Manages the Fabrication and Welding team including recruiting selecting orienting training assigning scheduling coaching counseling and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning monitoring appraising and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures
  • Leads the Panel Manufacturing group in the fabrication assembly and testing of control panels; ensures delivery is on time and on budget and quality and safety standards are met
  • Provides labor forecasting and daily planning of panel shop resources; tracks key department metrics
  • Works with Engineering to address any bill of materials or drawing issues
  • Pursues opportunities to grow the business through new client acquisition
  • Implements process improvements using Lean and Kaizen practices
  • Works with Planning and Shipping Purchasing and vendors to ensure on-time delivery and needed inventory
  • Develops and implements quality assurance procedures
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree in business or technical field preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in control panel fabrication or manufacturing management

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Requirements:

  • Excellent management skills for directing coaching scheduling and assisting team members
  • Strong knowledge of panel fabrication and inventory management
  • Ability to read and understand electrical drawings
  • Knowledge of OSHA and UL508 guidelines
  • Computer skills including MS Office
  • Experience using MRP/ERP system; SAP Preferred
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented
  • Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
  • Team-oriented and collaborative
  • Ability to read write speak and understand the English language
Why Youll Love Working With Us!

We take care of our team from day one literally! Enjoy acompetitive benefits packagedesigned to support your health happiness and future:

  • Day 1 benefits no waiting period to access your health dental and vision coverage
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)so you can relax recharge and enjoy life outside of work
  • Short-Term Disabilitycoverage for added peace of mind when you need it most
  • 401(k) with company matchto help you build your financial future
  • General Bonus Opportunitybased on performance and company success
  • Comprehensive benefits that support your overall well-being because we believe happy employees do their best work!


Required Experience:

Manager


About Company

Daifuku-Wynright designs, manufactures, and installs technology that empowers modern manufacturers and material handling innovators to move product safer, faster, and more affordably.

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