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The Fab Shop Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring a safe and compliant working environment ... Coordinate and help administrate effective fabrication shops and warehouse programs will include ...

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Tulsa, OK · On-site

$18/hr

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... help bring complex designs to life through precise, collaborative detailing work. In this role, you'll work closely with our BIM Coordination team, Pre-Fab Shop Managers, and Field teams to turn ...

... Dallas Fab Shop while ensuring efficient office operations and effective coordination across ... Careers Advancing Ovivo by Ecolab'sWater Technology Solutions Help shape the future of water and ...

... Dallas Fab Shop while ensuring efficient office operations and effective coordination across ... Careers Advancing Ovivo by Ecolab's Water Technology Solutions Help shape the future of water and ...

We are seeking a Fab Shop Project Manager to play a key role within a fabrication shop environment ... Careers Advancing Ovivo by Ecolab's Water Technology Solutions Help shape the future of water and ...

We are seeking a Fab Shop Project Manager to play a key role within a fabrication shop environment ... Careers Advancing Ovivo by Ecolab'sWater Technology Solutions Help shape the future of water and ...

We are seeking a Safety & Reliability Representative to support our Fab Shop and assigned customer sites by promoting a safe and compliant work environment. In this role, you will help prevent ...

We are seeking a Safety & Reliability Representative to support our Fab Shop and assigned customer sites by promoting a safe and compliant work environment. In this role, you will help prevent ...

Office Administrator

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$26 - $29/hr

In this role, you will work closely with the Fab Shop Manager to support daily operations, maintain accurate documentation, and help ensure smooth coordination across departments. This position plays ...

In this role, you will work closely with the Fab Shop Manager to support daily operations, maintain accurate documentation, and help ensure smooth coordination across departments. This position plays ...

Responsible for daily work in the Fabrication Shop, including on-time start of work. Work includes ... Serves as a coach by monitoring lower echelon mechanic and helper production and quality ...

Responsible for daily work in the Fabrication Shop, including on-time start of work. Work includes ... Serves as a coach by monitoring lower echelon mechanic and helper production and quality ...

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How much do fab shop helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for fab shop helper in the United States is $18.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fab Shop Helper vs Welder?

AspectFab Shop HelperWelder
Required CredentialsBasic OSHA safety training, on-the-job trainingWelding certifications (e.g., AWS), technical training
Work EnvironmentFabrication shop, assisting with material handling and prepWelding stations, fabrication areas, often standing for long periods
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing and metal fabrication shopsUsed in construction, manufacturing, and repair industries

The Fab Shop Helper primarily assists with material handling, prep work, and supporting the fabrication process, requiring minimal certifications. In contrast, a Welder performs skilled welding tasks, often requiring certifications and technical training. Both roles are essential in metal fabrication environments but differ significantly in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Fab Shop Helper job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,856 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Fab Shop Safety Manager

Atlanta, GA • On-site

McKenney's, Inc.
Construction • 501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


McKenney's rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

The Fab Shop Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring a safe and compliant working environment within the metal fabrication shop. You are responsible for enacting the safety protocols for McKenney's fabrication shops through guidance and support of McKenney's operations to help minimize the potential for employee injury, property damage and third-party liabilities resulting from incidents.
Key expectations for the position include evaluating, developing, planning, directing, training, and implementing safety initiatives throughout McKenney's onsite and offsite fabrication shops. It is expected that these initiatives will result in continuous improvement of McKenney's Safety process with respects to fabrication operations. This role requires an individual who can collaboratively work with Logistics and Field Operations leaders and help influence business partners to support our vision of achieving a Zero Incident Culture.
Essential Functions
  • Implement and evolve comprehensive safety policies and procedures specific to all McKenney's fabrication operations.
  • Assist Shop Superintendents with evaluating safety risks for existing and new tools/equipment. Partner with shop superintendents to ensure the proper machine guarding and tool use, SOPs, and training is completed on equipment.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections of equipment, machinery, tools, and work areas to identify potential hazards.
  • Conduct root cause analysis reports on all fabrication shop incidents and near misses, ensuring follow-up corrective actions have been taken to help prevent recurrence.
  • Walk each fabrication shop, warehouse, and yard at least once/a week and generate a list of at-risk behaviors using a Field Visit Report. Review at-risk observation findings and work with shop superintendents to ensure risk reduction changes have been implemented.
  • Maintain a visible presence in the shop, actively engaging with employees to answer questions and address safety concerns.
  • Provide assistance in the management and completion of Weekly 5S Audits.
  • Coordinate with the Logistics Team weekly inspections of trailers, flatbeds, stake body units, and duct trailers with respect to load securement practices.
  • Complete and document monthly inspections on rigging equipment and practices employed by the warehouse and in the yard.
  • Review near-miss reporting submitted from all fabrication shops and warehouses within 24 hours of submission. The grade for quality and follow-up with the shop superintendent on corrective actions.
  • Coordinate and conduct monthly shop safety training with all fabrication shops and warehouses.
  • Provide support to superintendents on risk elimination card reviews, incentive programs, safety lunches, "My Good Ideas", and other initiatives.
  • Serve as a technical advisor for fabrication shops and Logistics operations by providing research and support on emerging safety risks.
  • Provide support in managing all OSHA compliance and record keeping in conjunction with the Corporate Safety Director for the campus operations.
  • Plan and facilitate the implementation of safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and OSHA rules and regulations for campus operations.
  • Coordinate and help administrate effective fabrication shops and warehouse programs will include, but are not limited to hoisting & rigging, ergonomics, fire prevention, robbery/theft security, safe handling of
  • chemicals, personal protective equipment, general electrical safety, lock-out tag-out, fall protection, machine guarding, scaffolding, confined space, fall protection, etc.
  • Conduct research for operations, NFPA, OSHA, DOT issues, or any other technical subject requiring similar analysis.
  • Provide support in the continued development of McKenney's fleet safety practices. Become an active and influential member of McKenney's Fleet Focus Group.
  • Notify the Corporate Safety Director and assigned campus leaders of situations that are immediately dangerous to the life and health of employees (or are recurring life-threating behaviors/conditions).
  • Train employees on proper safety practices, emergency procedures, and the correct usage of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Maintain safety records, including incident reports, training documentation, and safety-related statistics.
  • Organize safety meetings and workshops to promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement.
  • Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging safety trends, integrating them into the shop's safety programs.
  • Collaborate with external safety agencies during audits and inspections, ensuring the shop's compliance.
  • Provide guidance and recommendations for the proper storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Work Environment
This job is based McKenney's office (Atlanta) and will include work at jobsites and offsite locations (e.g. general contractor's offices, conferences, etc.). Limited/occasional weekend work may be required based on demands from the Profit Center/Department.
Required Education and Experience
  • Minimum of 5 years in applied safety management functions in the manufacturing/fabrication industry. Specific mechanical contractor trade experience is a plus.
  • Knowledge of OSHA, NIOSH, and DOT
  • OSHA 501 (or equivalent) minimum training credentials - additional training credentials preferred.
  • Work towards any professional certifications such as CSP, ARM, OHST, or CIH a plus
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel & Outlook
  • A degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of safety regulations, codes, and standards.

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.
McKenney's is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney's is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

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