Day Shift Steel Fabrication Operator

Drake-Williams Steel, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Drake-Williams Steel, Inc. is seeking a skilled fabricator to assemble structural steel components per cutting lists and shop drawings. You will read drawings, select shapes, and set up machines to produce accurate parts, while safely operating forklifts and cranes in a fast-paced shop environment.

The role requires attention to detail, basic arithmetic, and effective communication with team members to meet production goals and quality requirements.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent.
• Minimum six months of steel manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and cutting lists.
• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Strong arithmetic and measurement skills.
• Effective communication with coworkers and managers.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Identify steel shapes, sizes, and tolerances.
• Fabricate materials per cut lists and shop drawings.
• Adjust machines to achieve required dimensions.
• Identify and resolve drawing or cut-list discrepancies.
• Operate forklifts, jib cranes, overhead cranes, conveyors, and transfers.
• Attend meetings and follow scheduled hours.
• Perform minor machine maintenance as needed.
• Follow Drake-Williams safety protocols.

Skills

Reading shop drawings

Cut-list interpretation

Arithmetic calculations

Machine setup & adjustments

Crane & forklift operation safety

Attention to detail

Team communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

1" rule

Pencil

Square

Ball peen hammer

Wire brushes

4” grinder

Sledgehammer

Grab hooks

Vise grips

Allen wrenches

Pry-bar

C-clamps

Band cutters

Chains

Job description

Drake-Williams Steel, Inc. is seeking a skilled fabricator to assemble structural steel components per cutting lists and shop drawings. You will read drawings, select shapes, and set up machines to produce accurate parts, while safely operating forklifts and cranes in a fast-paced shop environment.

The role requires attention to detail, basic arithmetic, and effective communication with team members to meet production goals and quality requirements.