Fabrication Planner - Fab-Logix

Position Summary

The Fabrication Planner is responsible for ensuring all materials required for pipe fabrication projects are planned, procured, staged, and delivered on schedule. This role coordinates closely with project management, procurement, engineering, and shop floor leadership to maintain material readiness, optimize inventory levels, and support efficient fabrication throughput. The Fabrication Planner must understand pipe material components, isometric drawings, and fabrication workflows to accurately forecast and manage shop flow and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Coordination Shop Floor

• Coordinate timely delivery of material kits to workstations and fabrication lines though are ERP software Odoo..
• Communicate material shortages or delays to production superintendent and project managers.
• Support scheduling efforts by confirming material readiness for work orders.
• Respond quickly to shop requests for additional or replacement materials.

• Coordinate with engineering to resolve material discrepancies, substitutions, and specification changes.
• Ensure all materials (pipe, fittings, flanges, valves, structural steel, welding consumables) meet project specification and certification requirements.

Inventory Management

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production while minimizing excess stock.
• Monitor material usage in real time and update inventory systems accordingly.
• Implement and support cycle counts, material audits, and inventory accuracy initiatives.

Data & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of material status, shortages, delivery schedules, and heat traceability.
• Generate material readiness reports and participate in daily/weekly production meetings.
• Ensure documentation complies with project requirements, including QA/QC traceability.

Shipping

• Generate shipping documentation (Packing list, BOL, MTR’s) for loads going out to subcontractors or end users.
• Coordinate with Quality Control to ensure all QC documentation (NDE reports, paint reports, continuity log) is added on the shipping package.
• Schedule trucking for material leaving the facility to third party vendors and client sites, coordinating with trucking companies to ensure product is delivered on time.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in pipe fabrication, mechanical fabrication, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of piping components, and fabrication processes.
• Ability to read and interpret isometric drawings, BOMs.
• Proficient in MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Odoo).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize material needs.
• Basic understanding of ASME piping codes and material standards (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 software Word, Excel, Project Professional.

Education & Experience

• 5 years of experience in fabrication planning, inventory control, within a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Pipe fabrication industry experience strongly preferred.

Key Competencies

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Proactive problem solver.
• Works well under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
• Collaborative communicator with cross-functional teams.