Path Robotics · 2 hours ago
Fabrication Shop Manager
Columbus, Ohio
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPath Robotics is building the future of embodied intelligence with AI-driven systems that transform industries. The Fabrication Shop Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the fabrication shop, managing welders and machinists, and ensuring fabrication requests are executed safely and efficiently.
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Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of welders and machinists
Assign work, balance workloads, and ensure coverage across welding and machining operations
Enforce safety standards, shop organization, and best practices
Provide hands-on support when needed to unblock work or meet critical timelines
Own intake, prioritization, and execution of all fabrication requests, including:
Weld coupons
Customer fixtures
Engineering prototypes
Production support and ad hoc requests
Manage competing priorities and adjust schedules based on urgency, capacity, and business needs
Coordinate and communicate priorities across Operations, Engineering, and external stakeholders
Create parts with manual and CNC machines
Weld parts with MIG and TIG based off of part drawings
Qualification
Required
5+ years of hands-on experience in a fabrication environment
Demonstrated experience in both welding and machining
Welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, structural or similar)
Machining processes (manual and CNC)
Prior experience leading or supervising shop personnel
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-mix environment with frequent ad hoc requests
Experience supporting engineering teams or R&D/prototyping environments
Familiarity with fixture design and fabrication
Experience managing internal customers and competing priorities
Exposure to robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing environments
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
Some experience with Engineering design and PDM-style CAD management
Experience using outside vendors to arrange for services that are not part of the current capabilities
Experience with the basics of setting up and maintaining Quality Assurance systems
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work on the shop floor for extended periods of time
Ability to lift, push, or pull materials and equipment up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation
Frequent use of hands for handling tools, equipment, and materials
Ability to safely operate or be around welding and machining equipment, including exposure to heat, sparks, and fumes associated with welding
Noise from fabrication and machining operations
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, welding helmet, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear
May require occasional extended hours to support urgent builds, customer requests, or critical business needs
Benefits
Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12–14 weeks total)
401(k) retirement plan through Empower
Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!
Company
Path Robotics
Path Robotics offers robotic welding systems to improve manufacturing efficiency.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$271MKey Investors
Tiger Global ManagementAdditionDrive Capital
2025-11-24Undisclosed
2024-10-14Series D· $100M
2021-07-20Series C· $100M
Leadership Team
Andrew Lonsberry
CEO
Caitlin Fiordirosa
Advisor
Recent News
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