Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida
Steel Fabrication Operations Director
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Overview
Join to apply for the
Steel Fabrication Operations Director
role at
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida . The
Director of Fabrication Operations
oversees the strategic direction, performance, and continuous improvement of all structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication operations across our company. This Director-level role manages a multi-site fabrication network including facilities in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida. The Director will lead a team of Plant Managers, Fabrication Supervisors, Quality Control, and Safety professionals to ensure that safety, quality, production, and budget goals are met or exceeded. Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day fabrication operations across all fabrication facilities, including structural steel and miscellaneous metals. Drive operational consistency and standardization across all locations and brands. Lead and mentor a multi-function team. Produce and maintain a master fabrication schedule for all shops, aligning capacity with demand across all facilities. Coordinate project workflow and assignments to the most appropriate fabrication facility based on capability, capacity, and location to optimize efficiency and profitability. Champion lean manufacturing principles and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with Estimating and Project Management to support production forecasting and capacity planning. Partner with the Director of Safety and Quality Control Manager to ensure strict adherence to safety and QA/QC policies. Foster a safety-first culture through training, accountability, and leadership visibility. Cultivate a performance-based culture focused on employee engagement and development. Support workforce development initiatives, including participation in co-ops and training programs. Provide coaching, performance feedback, and succession planning for key operational roles. Work closely with Purchasing, Logistics, and HR to support efficient material flow, talent acquisition, and compliance. Coordinate with IT and Tech Support to integrate digital tools and platforms, including Tekla PowerFab, across sites. Qualifications
10+ years of progressive experience in heavy steel fabrication operations with a large tonnage output, with at least 5 years in mid-to-senior management roles. Proven track record of managing multi-site fabrication or manufacturing environments. Strong knowledge of structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication processes, equipment, and industry standards. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency with ERP and scheduling systems (e.g., Microsoft Project, Tekla PowerFab preferred). Requires 20% travel to routinely visit all shop locations. Equal Opportunity Employer : All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Kinsley Steel, Inc.
is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Kinsley Steel, Inc.
is a participant in the
Federal E-Verify Program . Job Posted by ApplicantPro
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the
Steel Fabrication Operations Director
role at
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida . The
Director of Fabrication Operations
oversees the strategic direction, performance, and continuous improvement of all structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication operations across our company. This Director-level role manages a multi-site fabrication network including facilities in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida. The Director will lead a team of Plant Managers, Fabrication Supervisors, Quality Control, and Safety professionals to ensure that safety, quality, production, and budget goals are met or exceeded. Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day fabrication operations across all fabrication facilities, including structural steel and miscellaneous metals. Drive operational consistency and standardization across all locations and brands. Lead and mentor a multi-function team. Produce and maintain a master fabrication schedule for all shops, aligning capacity with demand across all facilities. Coordinate project workflow and assignments to the most appropriate fabrication facility based on capability, capacity, and location to optimize efficiency and profitability. Champion lean manufacturing principles and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with Estimating and Project Management to support production forecasting and capacity planning. Partner with the Director of Safety and Quality Control Manager to ensure strict adherence to safety and QA/QC policies. Foster a safety-first culture through training, accountability, and leadership visibility. Cultivate a performance-based culture focused on employee engagement and development. Support workforce development initiatives, including participation in co-ops and training programs. Provide coaching, performance feedback, and succession planning for key operational roles. Work closely with Purchasing, Logistics, and HR to support efficient material flow, talent acquisition, and compliance. Coordinate with IT and Tech Support to integrate digital tools and platforms, including Tekla PowerFab, across sites. Qualifications
10+ years of progressive experience in heavy steel fabrication operations with a large tonnage output, with at least 5 years in mid-to-senior management roles. Proven track record of managing multi-site fabrication or manufacturing environments. Strong knowledge of structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication processes, equipment, and industry standards. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency with ERP and scheduling systems (e.g., Microsoft Project, Tekla PowerFab preferred). Requires 20% travel to routinely visit all shop locations. Equal Opportunity Employer : All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Kinsley Steel, Inc.
is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Kinsley Steel, Inc.
is a participant in the
Federal E-Verify Program . Job Posted by ApplicantPro
#J-18808-Ljbffr