Fabrication Supervisor

KD BUYER LLC

Fabrication Supervisor

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    ABOUT K DISPLAY-K Display is a fast-growing manufacturer of premium retail fixtures and point-of-purchase displays. We are in the midst of a cultural and operational transformation—rebuilding systems, upgrading equipment, and reimplementing ERP system to drive accuracy, speed, and profitability. We are not the “old K Display.” We are a results-driven team that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

    POSITION SUMMARY-The Fabrication Supervisor is the on-floor leader of our metal fabrication department. You will own daily production execution, team performance, and adherence to new standards in safety, quality, and efficiency. This is a hands-on leadership role—you’ll be in the shop, not the office—ensuring every job leaves your area on time, to spec, and with zero rework.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Execute Leadership Directives: Follow all instructions from Plant Manager and leadership on time—no exceptions. Escalate obstacles immediately, never ignore.

    Drive Daily Production:

    Schedule and sequence brake presses, lasers, spot welders, and bending operations

    Hit daily output targets for Job Travelers and work orders

    Minimize setup time and material waste

    Lead the Team (8–12 fabricators):

    Assign tasks, monitor performance, coach in real time

    Enforce safety, PPE, and 6S standards

    Cross-train team members to reduce bottlenecks

    Own Quality & Efficiency:

    First-piece inspection on every new setup

    Track scrap, rework, and downtime—report root causes daily

    Support unattended laser runs after hours (when approved)

    Support Continuous Improvement:

    Participate in ERP data entry and process mapping

    Identify and propose equipment upgrades (e.g., brake press, turret)

    Champion new workflows—past practices are obsolete

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    5+ years in metal fabrication supervision (brake press, laser, welding)

    Proven ability to read blueprints, program CNC lasers/brakes, and set up tooling

    Experience with ERP systems (Fulcrum, Epicor, or similar)

    Strong team leadership—can coach, correct, and motivate without drama

    Zero tolerance for shortcuts—you follow the process, every time

    CRITICAL MINDSET

    Accountable: You do what you’re told, when you’re told—then improve it.

    Collaborative: You’re part of a leadership team rebuilding K Display.

    Data-Driven: You measure, report, and fix—daily.

    Change-Ready: You thrive in a shop that’s upgrading fast.

    WHAT WE OFFER

    Competitive salary ($70,000–$75,000 DOE)

    Full benefits (health, dental, 401(k) match)

    Paid training on Fulcrum and new equipment