Fabrication Lead
About The Position
Join an established, family-oriented industrial manufacturing leader with over 40 years of market stability. Step into a high-ownership, 95% hands-on shop floor leadership role directing custom builds and critical system maintenance. We are a recognized, multi-decade manufacturer holding elite, high-level quality certifications for specialized components. Our operations cater to sectors like defense, aerospace, energy, mining, and heavy equipment manufacturing, meaning our production standard is strictly zero defects. We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, family-oriented culture that actively invests in our people. When you join our crew, you get access to unparalleled on-site perks. In this role, you will escape the standard corporate grind. This is a dynamic, high-velocity environment where you will lead by example on the floor, tackle custom builds, and expand your technical skill set into specialized industrial production systems.
Requirements
- 3+ years of verifiable experience in custom metal fabrication or structural industrial welding.
- Proven capability safely setting up and running shears, brakes, torch equipment, and standard welding setups.
- Strong blueprint reading skills and fundamental mathematical proficiency (fractions, decimals, and basic shop geometry/algebra).
- A self-motivated, goal-oriented attitude with the communication skills required to train assistants and collaborate directly with our operations leadership team.
- Ability to stand for extended periods in a non-climate-controlled industrial environment, bend, stoop, and regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs throughout the shift.
- A solid work history showing attention to detail, strong time-management habits, and a safety-first mindset.
- Must meet ITAR compliance requirements (US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, or Protected Individual).
Nice To Haves
- Related trade degree/certification is a plus
Responsibilities
- Fabricating and modifying specialized, high-value custom parts, heavy structural fixtures, and production components from the ground up
- Operating a full suite of industrial fabrication equipment, including heavy shears, press brakes, plasma torches, manual welders, and automatic welding machinery
- Taking hands-on ownership of specialty equipment maintenance, repairing complex structural components, and supporting the design/creation of custom internal shop fixturing
- Performing specialty equipment linings and refractory work, including the precise mixing, pouring, and forming of specialized materials during system rebuilds
- Spending 95% of your shift actively working on the production floor, with the remaining 5% dedicated to planning daily shop activities and reviewing/approving team timecards
- Providing direct training, safety guidance, and technical mentorship to fabrication assistants and junior team members
- Ensuring a safe, organized, and highly efficient workflow across the fabrication division while strictly adhering to quality management guidelines
Benefits
- Free uniforms and safety gear
- On-site healthcare/wellness services
- Tuition assistance
- Structured employee recognition program
- Comprehensive Health and Dental insurance plans
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off plus 8 Paid Holidays
- 100% Employer-Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, plus Short-Term and Long-Term Disability plans at no cost to you
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company-funded wellness incentives to offset your deductible
- On-Site Health & Wellness Clinic
- Tuition Reimbursement and professional development assistance
- Free Uniforms, complete PPE/Safety Equipment provisions, and a structured Employee Recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
