Director of Fabrication-Piping & Sheet Metal
Kimmel and Associates, Chicago Ridge, Illinois, United States, 60415
About the Company
Our client is a highly respected, growth-oriented construction and specialty contracting organization with a strong reputation across the Midwest. Known for operational excellence, innovation, and long-term customer partnerships, the company continues to invest in its fabrication and manufacturing capabilities as a key differentiator in the market. With multiple fabrication facilities and a forward-looking leadership team, this organization is focused on scaling standardized, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes to support continued growth.
About the Position
The Director of Fabrication – Piping & Sheet Metal is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall strategy, performance, and future evolution of the company’s fabrication operations. This position oversees pipe and sheet metal fabrication, R&D initiatives, and technical support functions across multiple locations. The position reports directly to the President.
This leader will be less focused on day-to-day production and more focused on
overall strategy, process design, and standardization across facilities . The Director will evaluate current-state operations, optimize shop capacity and equipment utilization, and build scalable manufacturing models aligned with industry best practices and peer-group leaders.
In addition, the Director will identify and develop new manufacturing opportunities, strengthen external partnerships with customers and vendors, and help position the organization for long-term growth through advanced fabrication and manufacturing capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for all fabrication
operations, including pipe and sheet metal production, R&D, and
technical support
Standardize fabrication and manufacturing processes
across multiple locations
Optimize shop capacity, scheduling forecasts, material
inventory, and equipment utilization
Develop and execute a long-term fabrication and
manufacturing roadmap aligned with business growth goals
Evaluate and implement manufacturing best practices,
including Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Identify scalable product and manufacturing
opportunities beyond traditional fabrication
Build strong relationships with customers, industry
peers, and vendors to enhance fabrication capabilities
Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams while
driving a culture of continuous improvement
Requirements
10+ years of fabrication or manufacturing process
experience, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role
Strong background in sheet metal and/or
pipefitting/plumbing
Proven ability to build teams and lead through
influence and change
Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other
continuous improvement methodologies
Experience developing and executing process and product
roadmaps
Solid understanding of project management systems, cost
analysis, scheduling, and documentation control
Ability to manage multiple, complex projects
simultaneously
Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving,
relationship management, and change management skills
Professional, self-motivated, and collaborative leader
capable of working independently
Benefits
Competitive base salary ($160K–$170K)
Annual bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package including medical,
dental, and vision
Company vehicle
Opportunity to shape and lead a critical function
within a growing organization
Our client is a highly respected, growth-oriented construction and specialty contracting organization with a strong reputation across the Midwest. Known for operational excellence, innovation, and long-term customer partnerships, the company continues to invest in its fabrication and manufacturing capabilities as a key differentiator in the market. With multiple fabrication facilities and a forward-looking leadership team, this organization is focused on scaling standardized, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes to support continued growth.
About the Position
The Director of Fabrication – Piping & Sheet Metal is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall strategy, performance, and future evolution of the company’s fabrication operations. This position oversees pipe and sheet metal fabrication, R&D initiatives, and technical support functions across multiple locations. The position reports directly to the President.
This leader will be less focused on day-to-day production and more focused on
overall strategy, process design, and standardization across facilities . The Director will evaluate current-state operations, optimize shop capacity and equipment utilization, and build scalable manufacturing models aligned with industry best practices and peer-group leaders.
In addition, the Director will identify and develop new manufacturing opportunities, strengthen external partnerships with customers and vendors, and help position the organization for long-term growth through advanced fabrication and manufacturing capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for all fabrication
operations, including pipe and sheet metal production, R&D, and
technical support
Standardize fabrication and manufacturing processes
across multiple locations
Optimize shop capacity, scheduling forecasts, material
inventory, and equipment utilization
Develop and execute a long-term fabrication and
manufacturing roadmap aligned with business growth goals
Evaluate and implement manufacturing best practices,
including Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Identify scalable product and manufacturing
opportunities beyond traditional fabrication
Build strong relationships with customers, industry
peers, and vendors to enhance fabrication capabilities
Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams while
driving a culture of continuous improvement
Requirements
10+ years of fabrication or manufacturing process
experience, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role
Strong background in sheet metal and/or
pipefitting/plumbing
Proven ability to build teams and lead through
influence and change
Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other
continuous improvement methodologies
Experience developing and executing process and product
roadmaps
Solid understanding of project management systems, cost
analysis, scheduling, and documentation control
Ability to manage multiple, complex projects
simultaneously
Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving,
relationship management, and change management skills
Professional, self-motivated, and collaborative leader
capable of working independently
Benefits
Competitive base salary ($160K–$170K)
Annual bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package including medical,
dental, and vision
Company vehicle
Opportunity to shape and lead a critical function
within a growing organization