1st Shift Shop Manager

Shop Manager – Steel Fabrication

Midway Staffing is seeking an experienced Shop Manager to oversee the daily operations of a busy steel fabrication shop. This leadership role is responsible for planning production, managing fabrication teams, assigning employees to projects, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and keeping projects on schedule from start to finish. The ideal candidate has previous steel fabrication management experience, is bilingual in English and Spanish, and is committed to delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Schedule: 6AM - 3PM | Monday – Friday | Full-Time | Overtime as Needed
Pay rate: $25.00 - $30.00/hr

Duties:

• Plan and prioritize daily production schedules to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

• Assign employees to fabrication projects throughout the day and monitor production progress.

• Inspect welds and fabricated products to ensure they meet blueprint specifications, required dimensions, and quality standards.

• Verify that all welds meet quality standards before materials are released to the field.

• Communicate effectively with leadership, field personnel, engineering, and office staff regarding production and project status.

• Calculate labor hours, monitor inventory, and coordinate material purchasing.

• Ensure compliance with AWS, AISC, and company safety standards.

• Conduct safety meetings and oversee preventative maintenance of shop equipment.

• Evaluate employee performance, provide coaching, and resolve workplace issues.

Requirements:

• Previous experience managing a structural steel or steel fabrication shop is required.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

• Must have hands-on welding experience and the ability to inspect and verify weld quality.

• Strong knowledge of blueprint reading, welding processes, structural steel fabrication, and quality control.

• Experience creating production schedules and leading fabrication teams.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.

Contact Information

To be considered for this opportunity, please apply online or contact the Midway Staffing branch.

Phone: (623) 257-2080
Email: avondale@midwaystaffing.com

What We Offer

Midway Staffing offers a comprehensive benefits package offering Medical, Dental, Vision and Life/AD&D benefit options to all eligible employees.

• Weekly pay

• Referral bonus opportunities

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• Dedicated recruiter support

About Midway Staffing

Midway Staffing is a dynamic and rapidly growing enterprise dedicated to connecting top talent with leading organizations. Specializing in innovative staffing solutions, we are committed to delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates. With a strong presence spanning multiple locations nationwide and recognition on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America from 2019 to 2025, Midway Staffing exemplifies excellence and growth. We are equally dedicated to fostering internal development and supporting career advancement opportunities for our team members.

Midway Staffing is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or group status.

We are committed to creating a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace where individuals of all abilities are welcomed and supported. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at HR@midwaystaffing.com. Include the nature of your request and your contact information, and we will be happy to assist you. #ZR