Plant Superintendent

Job Title: Plant Superintendent

Job Description

The Plant Superintendent oversees day-to-day structural steel fabrication operations across two nearby facilities and two shifts, providing direct leadership to production supervisors. This role is accountable for the safety of all personnel, facility and equipment maintenance, fabrication efficiency, adherence to quality standards, effective scheduling of work, and consistently meeting shipping and delivery commitments. The Plant Superintendent serves as a hands-on leader who drives productivity, quality, and continuous improvement while managing multiple complex fabrication projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fabrication operations in two production facilities within close proximity, across two shifts.
• Provide direct leadership, guidance, and support to production supervisors at both facilities.
• Ensure the safety of all personnel by promoting and enforcing industry safety standards and best practices.
• Manage facility and equipment maintenance to support reliable and efficient production operations.
• Drive fabrication efficiency and productivity while maintaining high-quality standards in all structural steel products.
• Plan and schedule fabrication work to meet shipping and delivery deadlines for multiple projects.
• Ensure compliance with AISC and AWS codes, standards, and practices in all fabrication activities.
• Monitor and improve fabrication processes, workflows, and production management practices.
• Oversee multiple departments, including Receiving/Inventory, CNC processing, Fabrication/Welding, Paint, and Shipping.
• Coordinate large, heavy, and complex structural steel fabrication projects from planning through completion.
• Promote waste minimization and continuous improvement initiatives across the production environment.
• Ensure proper coating application and compliance with ASTM coating requirements and specifications.
• Conduct or oversee fabrication inspection activities to verify quality and adherence to standards.
• Identify potential issues or improvement opportunities in operations and take proactive corrective actions.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with supervisors, production teams, and other stakeholders to align on priorities and expectations.
• Maintain organized production schedules, workflows, and documentation to support efficient operations.
• Foster an engaging, hands-on leadership culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 7+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of leadership experience in a fabrication, manufacturing, or production environment.
• Proficiency in structural steel fabrication, including large, heavy, and complex projects.
• Thorough knowledge of AWS D1.1 standards (Certified Welding Inspector preferred but not required).
• Experience working in an AISC-certified shop or environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of ASTM coating requirements and related industry standards.
• In-depth knowledge of common fabrication operations, workflows, and practices.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple departments such as Receiving/Inventory, CNC processing, Fabrication/Welding, Paint, and Shipping.
• Strong production management skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization.
• Solid understanding of safety practices and industry safety standards in steel manufacturing and fabrication.
• Ability to drive waste minimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with supervisors, production teams, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Effective leadership skills with a hands-on, engaging management style.
• Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate potential issues and improvement opportunities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with fabrication and production of structural steel in a steel manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with AISC codes and practices in structural steel fabrication.
• Understanding of coating requirements and application processes for structural steel.
• Experience in safety, waste minimization, and fabrication inspection within a production shop.
• Knowledge of ASTM standards related to coatings and structural steel.
• Ability to manage complex, often multiple fabrication projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated capability to work effectively in dusty, dirty, and high-heat production environments.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to engage teams on the shop floor.
• Proficiency in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities in fabrication processes.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement while offering a comprehensive total rewards package. Team members enjoy paid time off starting at two weeks, nine paid holidays, and a monthly shop productivity bonus that rewards strong performance. A competitive 401(k) program with a 6% match supports long-term financial security, complemented by vision, health, and dental benefits. Relocation assistance is available for those moving to the area, and a monthly cellular plan reimbursement helps cover communication needs. The culture emphasizes hands-on leadership, professional growth, and the opportunity to influence operations in a dynamic steel fabrication setting.

Work Environment

This role is based in a steel manufacturing production shop environment that is very dusty and dirty and can involve working under extreme heat conditions. Work is centered around structural steel fabrication operations, including CNC processing, welding, coating, and shipping activities. The environment is fast-paced and industrial, with heavy equipment, large steel components, and active production lines. Team members work on-site in the shop across multiple departments, collaborating closely with supervisors and production staff to maintain safety, quality, and efficiency.

This is a Permanent position based out of Arlington, TN.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Arlington,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.