We have an exciting opportunity for an energetic person with a positive, can-do attitude who enjoys every day being interesting and different. Demtool is a growing custom manufacturing company with approximately 60 employees located just outside of Kitchener.

In the Metal Fabrication - Supervisor position, you will bring your experience and knowledge to ensure our customers parts and assemblies are manufactured with the highest quality and on time delivery. You will be a key player within our one-stop shop operation bringing high quality Machining, Fabrication, Welding, Polishing and Powder painting to our customer base.

This is a permanent full-time day position. If this sounds appealing, please read below for more details. See our web site for company information and to apply. www.demtool.com

Title: Metal Fabrication Supervisor

Location: Ontario, Canada

Reports To: General Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Day shift

Position Summary The Metal Fabrication Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily fabrication operations, coordinating production activities, material requirements and supervising employees.

The Metal Fabrication

Supervisor ensures that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and on time to the production schedule, while upholding the established quality standards. This position provides hands-on leadership to Laser operators, Brake Press Operators, deburring machine operators, and other production personnel.

The Metal Fabrication

Supervisor coordinates with the Welding Supervisor and Machine Shop Supervisor to ensure timely deliveries and the highest quality of product and customer specifications are met throughout the entire process.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical knowledge of metal fabrication processes, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to workplace safety, continuous improvement, and employee development. Experience with ERP and production planning software would be considered a must-have skill.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Supervision

- Supervise and coordinate daily metal fabrication activities, including laser cutting, forming, deburring, polishing and hardware insertion and assembly.
- Assign work to employees based on production priorities, skills, equipment availability, and delivery schedules. Update schedule daily and coordinate work for second shift personnel.
- Monitor production progress to ensure jobs are completed on time and within established budgets.
- Review work orders, drawings, and job specifications to ensure successful completion.
- Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve workflow and productivity.
- Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, maintenance, quality control, and shipping departments.
- Ensure materials, tools, equipment, and labour are available to meet production requirements.

2. Employee Leadership and Development

- Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate fabrication department employees.
- Communicate daily production goals, priorities, and performance expectations.
- Monitor attendance, punctuality, productivity, and adherence to company policies.




- Support employee onboarding, skills development, and cross-training.
- Address performance concerns and workplace issues professionally and consistently.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive working environment.
- Participate in performance reviews, recruitment, and disciplinary processes as required.

3. Health and Safety

- Ensure employees follow applicable occupational health and safety requirements, company procedures, and safe work practices.
- Promote compliance with Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and applicable regulations.
- Ensure appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Monitor safe operation of cutting machines, presses, cranes, hoists, Forklifts and other fabrication equipment.
- Ensure machine guarding, lockout/tagout procedures, ventilation, and fire prevention measures are followed, as applicable.
- Conduct or support workplace inspections, toolbox talks, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
- Report hazards, near misses, injuries, and unsafe conditions and ensure appropriate corrective actions are taken.
- Support required safety training and maintain relevant records.

4. Quality Control

- Ensure fabricated products meet engineering drawings, customer specifications, tolerances, and applicable quality standards.
- Verify that employees follow established work instructions and inspection procedures.
- Monitor workmanship, dimensions, fit-up, finishing, and assembly accuracy.
- Identify and address defects, rework, and non-conformances.
- Work with the quality department to investigate root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Ensure inspection records and production documentation are completed accurately.

5. Equipment and Maintenance

- Ensure fabrication equipment and tools are used correctly and maintained in protected working condition.
- Coordinate routine maintenance and report equipment breakdowns or deficiencies.
- Work with maintenance personnel to minimize production downtime.
- Ensure employees follow equipment operating procedures and manufacturer recommendations.
- Monitor tool, consumable, and equipment requirements to support efficient production.

6. Materials and Inventory

- Monitor the availability and proper use of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, welding consumables, and other production materials.
- Coordinate material staging and movement to minimize delays and unnecessary handling.
- Monitor scrap, waste, and consumable usage.
- Ensure materials are identified, stored, and handled appropriately.
- Communicate shortages, discrepancies, and purchasing requirements to the appropriate department.

7. Reporting and Continuous Improvement

- Track production output, labour hours, downtime, quality issues, and schedule performance.




- Prepare production reports and communicate progress, delays, and operational concerns to management.
- Recommend improvements to fabrication methods, workstations, equipment utilization, and production processes.
- Support lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S workplace organization, and waste reduction.
- Participate in production meetings, planning activities, and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications and Experience

- High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in welding, metal fabrication, manufacturing, or a related field is an asset.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in metal fabrication, welding, or a related manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems and Production planning software would be a great asset to bring to this role
- Previous supervisory or team-lead experience in a fabrication or manufacturing setting.
- Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes, including cutting, forming, welding, fitting, grinding, and assembly.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
- Familiarity with measuring tools, fabrication tolerances, and quality inspection procedures.
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements applicable in Ontario.
- Basic computer skills, including email, spreadsheets, and word documents.
- Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Welding or metal fabrication trade certification.
- Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) welding process or supervisory knowledge relevant to the operation.
- Experience with CNC cutting, press brakes, plasma cutting, laser cutting, or other automated fabrication equipment.
- Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement, and root-cause analysis.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems and N299 nuclear or other applicable industry standards.
- First aid, supervisor health and safety, or other relevant safety training.

Working Conditions
- Work primarily takes place in a metal fabrication or manufacturing facility.
- Regular exposure to industrial noise, metal dust, welding fumes, heat, and moving equipment may occur.
- Use of required PPE and compliance with safety procedures are mandatory.
- The position may require prolonged standing, walking throughout the facility, and occasional lifting or material handling within established safety limits.
- Overtime or schedule flexibility may be required to meet production deadlines.

Core Competencies

- Leadership and employee supervision
- Production planning and organization
- Technical metal fabrication knowledge
- Safety awareness and hazard prevention
- Quality assurance and attention to detail
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Communication and conflict resolution
- Time management and continuous improvement

Pay: $33.65-$37.50 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 – 44.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Experience:
- Metal fabrication: 5 years (required)
- Welding : 2 years (required)
- ERP systems: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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