Fabrication Coordinator

Braddock, PA

Full Time

Mid Level

Thank you for your interest in joining the Phillips Tank & Structure team! We design, engineer, construct, and repair above-ground steel storage tanks and other related structures. Headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania, Phillips Tank is a growing company with a family-like culture. We have active projects in various industries, such as petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels markets, throughout the United States. Phillips Tank utilizes state-of-the-art 3D modelling software to produce detailed design and fabrication drawings that are the best in the industry.

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Fabrication Coordinator to oversee purchasing, vendor management, inventory control, and overall supply chain performance. This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and delivered on time to support production and project schedules. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced fabrication or manufacturing environment.

Compensation:	Commensurate with experience. Included is an IT Allowance of $35 per month, plus a company laptop computer.
Benefits:	Competitive Benefits. Available on the 1^st of the month after a 30-day waiting period from the hire date. Phillips Tank pays approximately 60% and employees pay 40% of medical benefits premiums. Employees pay 100% for all other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off.
Status:	Full-time/Hourly (Overtime Non-Exempt).
*NOTE:*	Compensation, benefits, and other position details are subject to Phillips Tank’s policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Track labor time for the fabrication shop
Coordinate and schedule structural steel fabrication jobs (beams, columns, braces, plate assemblies)
Review shop drawings, erection drawings, and bills of material prior to release
Ensure all drawings are approved (IFC/Released for Fabrication) before production
Work closely with detailing, engineering, and project management teams
Verify material availability including plate, structural shapes, bolts, and consumables
Sequence work to optimize cutting, fitting, welding, and finishing operations
Track job progress and provide daily/weekly production updates
Identify and resolve production delays, drawing discrepancies, or material shortages
Coordinate with purchasing on long-lead items and shortages
Support shop foremen with priorities and workload balancing
Maintain fabrication schedules and job tracking systems (ERP/MRP)
Assist with estimating fabrication durations and labor hours
Ensure compliance with quality standards (AWS welding, tolerances, etc.)
Promote and enforce safety practices on the shop floor
Review all QC, NOE & MTR paperwork for all material

Preferred Skills:

Production scheduling & workflow coordination
Blueprint and drawing interpretation
Strong organizational and multitasking ability
Communication between office and shop teams
Problem-solving in a fast-paced fabrication environment
Attention to detail and quality focus
Understanding material grades & ASTM for steel fabrication
Knowledge of CAM/CAD systems

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree in drafting, construction, or manufacturing preferred)
3+ years of experience in structural steel fabrication or coordination
Strong understanding of structural steel drawings and detailing practices
Familiarity with AWS welding symbols and fabrication standards
Ability to read and interpret shop and erection drawings
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel strongly preferred)

To Apply:
If interested, complete the job application from Phillips Tank’s website at https://phillipstankandstructure.applytojob.com/apply/ Phillips Tank is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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