Fabrication Lead

Mission Critical Group•Nampa, ID

14h

About The Position

The Fabrication Lead oversees a team of approximately 8–10 employees in the fabrication department, training, coaching, and mentoring the team to complete fabrication work on time and within budget. The role monitors performance, corrects timesheets in the timekeeping system, and ensures compliance with safety, quality, and delivery standards. The Fabrication Lead reports to the Fabrication Area Supervisor and works with other department leaders to meet project deadlines. The role also manages team workload against production deadlines, supports employee questions about policies and procedures, attendance expectations, and other general matters, and oversees fabrication tasks involving stainless sheet metal products and specialized equipment. The position provides initial 90-day performance feedback, contributes input to annual reviews, and holds ongoing one-on-one coaching meetings.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is desired, or an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the job duties.
At least 3 years of experience related to fabrication.
At least 1 year as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), collaborating with teams to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve basic to complex issues.
Experience leading by example and demonstrating commitment to employees and the company.
Ability to collaborate with coworkers and peers to encourage teamwork and accountability.
Consistent time-management skills and ability to adapt to quickly changing priorities.
Experience accurately reading and interpreting blueprints and identifying irregularities.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality imperfections.
Clear communication with internal teams, supervisors, and management.
Knowledge of jobsite safety and ability to ensure a safe workplace.
Reliable attendance and respectful, responsible conduct at work.
Basic math skills and ability to read a tape measure.
Forklift certification required to operate forklifts of varying sizes safely.
Ability to model confidence, resilience, integrity, teamwork, and openness.
Ability to train others and delegate work within teams.
Ability to use JTS communication systems effectively.
Ability to analyze and solve technical problems quickly and accurately.
Ability to maintain OSHA and HSE standards.
Ability to wear and enforce use of PPE, including protective eyewear, hearing protection, weld hoods, and safety clothing.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Communicate and collaborate with other leads and managers to achieve quality, safety, and delivery goals.
Ensure team members comply with safety protocols.
Review timesheets and manage team time, including correcting timekeeping entries and helping employees clock into jobs and move between jobs in the app.
Manage team workload to align with production deadlines.
Serve as the initial point of contact for crew questions about company policies and procedures, attendance expectations, and other general questions.
Oversee layout and examination of metal stock or workpieces to confirm they meet specifications.
Oversee installation, alignment, and securing of punches, dies, and other fixtures in a brake press using hand tools and inspection tools.
Set up and operate specialized equipment and tooling to fabricate stainless sheet metal products.
Review shop drawings, blueprints, work orders, and production schedules to determine materials, dimensions, and tolerances.
Ensure machines are cleaned, lubricated, and maintained in good condition.
Ensure quality checklists are completed and required steps are followed.
Mentor, coach, and train employees to progress through tier levels within the Fabrication discipline.
Recognize and reward team and individual successes.
Escalate conflict-resolution needs, grievances, and complaints to the supervisor.
Provide employees with an initial 90-day review of performance on assigned tasks, identifying improvements and recognizing demonstrated mastery.
Provide input on annual reviews and ongoing performance feedback through one-on-one meetings.