Senior Metal Fabricator

SF Metalworks • Colusa, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SF Metalworks is seeking a skilled Senior Metal Fabricator to join their team. This role involves working with a variety of metal alloys, including precious metals, and utilizing shop equipment and fabrication tools to produce high-end architectural metal projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a proactive mindset, and a desire to contribute to a positive work environment. This position operates in a medium industrial fabrication environment with potential for high noise levels.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in fine metal fabrication (architectural stainless steel, aluminum, etc.).
• Strong layout and fabrication planning skills.
• Mastery of standard shop equipment including: Cold saw, Bandsaw, Hydraulic shear, Drill press, Belt sander, Electrical and manual hand tools.
• Ability to operate or quickly learn additional equipment including: Bridgeport mill, CNC press brake, Powered angle roller (80 ton).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency with TIG and MIG welding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and welding symbols.
• Ability to take and execute verbal instructions effectively.
• High attention to detail in fabrication and finishing work.
• Proactive mindset with a desire to contribute to a positive and supportive work environment.
• Open to coaching, feedback, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree or certification in welding or fabrication preferred.
• Experience working with architectural metals, including copper-based alloys, preferred.
• Familiarity with metal patination techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Utilize and properly care for shop equipment and fabrication tools.
• Determine appropriate production equipment or fabrication methods based on project requirements.
• Operate machinery at production levels with little to no supervision.
• Maintain equipment in a safe working condition to ensure productivity without compromising safety.
• Work with a variety of metal alloys (including precious metals) according to their unique material properties.
• Provide quality control, identify production issues, and recommend solutions to maintain workflow.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures to identify flaws or inconsistencies.
• Ensure finished assemblies are free of weld or dimensional defects and meet required finish quality levels.
• Collaborate with the team or independently solve fabrication challenges to meet project specifications and customer expectations.
• Set up fabrication components according to specifications.
• Collaborate effectively on complex multi-part assemblies.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $33 - $38 per hour depending on experience and skill level
• Signing Bonus for Qualified Candidates
• Negotiable Relocation Assistance for Qualified Candidates moving to the Colusa area
• Paid Skills Training & Development
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (in development)
• Health Care Coverage
• Company-provided shop technology and equipment
• Long-term growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED