Branch Fabrication Manager (Power Gen-231) (3057)

Job purpose

Responsible for the overall supervisory and administrative management of WPI’s Gasmer Fabrication facility, providing direct leadership to Shop Personnel, the Project Management team, and the Procurement group. This role includes developing and maintaining accurate fabrication schedules, managing project slotting, overseeing departmental and facility budgets, tracking P&L performance, and ensuring compliance with all safety standards. The position serves as a key liaison between the fabrication facility and Engineering, Sales, and Executive Management, ensuring cross-functional alignment, and is responsible for regularly communicating production status, performance metrics, and compliance updates to Executive Management.

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations of the Gasmer Fabrication facility, ensuring efficient, high-quality, and safe production.
• Supervise and provide direction to Shop Personnel, Project Management, and Procurement teams.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve fabrication schedules and project slotting to meet delivery commitments.
• Monitor and manage departmental and facility budgets, including P&L performance and cost control initiatives.
• Read, interpret, and ensure construction aligns with engineering drawings, specifications, and design requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with packaging standards established by Waukesha, engine manufacturers, and alternator manufacturers.
• Oversee power generation package assembly processes and support troubleshooting of fabrication and assembly issues.
• Accept accountability for the quality of all fabrication work and ensure adherence to company and customer standards.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of WPI Inspection Reports for all fabrication projects.
• Supervise receipt and verification of materials against Purchase Orders and Bills of Materials (BOM), coordinating with Project Engineers, Buyers, and leadership to resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Engineering, Sales, and other departments to align production with business objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the fabrication facility and Executive Management.
• Prepare and deliver regular reports on production status, key performance metrics, and operational risks.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency gains, and resource optimization.

Support workforce planning, staffing decisions, and performance management for facility teams