Fabricator (Metal) III

Tremco Construction Products Group•Coppell, TX

11d

About The Position

Fabricators read shop drawings and safely operate machinery to cut, bend, and form metal profiles, following work processes and performance standards to produce high-quality finished products. The Level III Fabricator leads daily team activities, serves as a technical resource, and independently sets up, operates, and troubleshoots multiple types of fabrication machinery. The role handles complex fabrication work with minimal supervision and supports safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 4 years of metal fabrication or manufacturing experience.
Ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to accurately read tape measurements, bend angles, tolerances, and schematic drawings.
Computer literacy to use company systems and software.
Good organization and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of metal properties and brake press machinery.
Experience with CNC or manual metal bending equipment.

Responsibilities

Lead daily activities and assign work within the team to safely manufacture metal parts.
Provide technical guidance to Fabricators on complex fabrication processes.
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot multiple types of fabrication machinery independently.
Interpret complex drawings, specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing requirements.
Determine efficient operation sequences for complex fabrication jobs.
Optimize machine settings, tooling, and processes to improve quality, productivity, and material utilization.
Troubleshoot complex equipment, tooling, dimensional, and production issues; make advanced machine adjustments to correct problems.
Perform complex first-piece and in-process inspections and validate finished products against specifications.
Identify root causes of recurring quality or production issues and recommend corrective actions.
Assist supervisors and engineering with process improvements, new product introductions, and equipment trials.
Help develop and improve standard work instructions, setup procedures, and fabrication processes.
Train, coach, and mentor Level I and Level II Fabricators.
Provide hands-on support during difficult setups, changeovers, and production challenges.
Monitor production flow and communicate potential delays, material shortages, equipment issues, or quality concerns to leadership.
Assist in determining tooling, equipment, and process requirements for new or modified products.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, scrap reduction, and efficiency.
Conduct or assist with equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs before failures occur.
Promote safe work practices and model safety and quality standards.
Maintain accurate production and quality records and complete required documentation.
Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment as required.
Consistently perform at an advanced level with minimal supervision.