Fabrication Lead

AIR MASTER SYSTEMS CORP; Norton Shores (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fabrication company in Norton Shores is seeking an experienced professional to create spools and production schedules. The ideal candidate must have over 3 years of experience with REVIT and a strong understanding of fabrication processes. Responsibilities include developing design drawings and monitoring production workflows. This role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work independently. Competitive compensation and dynamic work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding and creation of blueprints, specs, drawings and instructions.
• Must be able to critically evaluate processes and projects.
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of practical problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop design drawings according to engineering sketches.
• Create comprehensive production schedules and workflows.
• Monitor equipment, time, and materials during production.
• Communicate work schedules to the fabrication team.
• Compile production reports as needed.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Blueprint creation

Schematic reading

Education

3+ years’ experience in REVIT

2+ years’ experience with Fabrication

Job description

Position Summary

Creates spools, production schedules, and detailed production plans for the production department. The Maintains extensive knowledge of CAD-type programs, including REVIT and uses that knowledge to develop and implement on-time production schedules.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develops design drawings according to engineering sketches, drawings, etc.
• Creates comprehensive production schedules, specifications, and work flows.
• Monitors equipment, time, and materials during production
• Develops design drawings according to engineering sketches, drawings, etc. (45%)
• Creates comprehensive production schedules, specifications, and work flows (35%)
• Monitors equipment, time, and materials during production process
• Collaborate with internal staff to obtain specified drawings, plans, schematics, etc.
• Communicate work schedule to fabrication team
• Provide updates to required personnel
• Design scale or full-size blueprints, spools, etc., relating to fabrication functions
• Develop productions plans and schedules to maximize fabrication output
• Liaise with internal and external clients to understand current and future fabrication needs
• Review all provided documentation to obtain material, time, and personnel requirements
• Compile and report on production reports as needed
• Monitor work-flow and implement improvements if necessary
• Maintain proficiency in current local, state, and/or federal codes, guidelines, and regulations affecting fabrication requirements
• Complete all required documentation, including but not limited to: Purchase orders, invoice validation, bill of lading, etc.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

• 3+ years’ experience in REVIT
• 2+ years’ experience with Fabrication

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge: Strong understanding and creation of blueprints, specs, drawings and instructions. Knowledge of spearhead planning and implementation strategies of multiple projects in an organized manner with commitment to meeting deadlines. Must be able to critically evaluate processes and projects and synthesize insights to arrive at a summary of overall organizational status.

Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Abilities: Ability to read schematics, accurately prepare documents, production sheets and other reports and related paperwork as required by procedures; Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquires or complaints; Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion; Ability to apply principles of logical thinking of a wide range of practical problems; Ability to work independently and make independent decisions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing duties of this job, would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls. Work might entail significant time spent standing, exposure to extreme temperatures, enduring distracting/uncomfortable sounds and noise levels, as well as exposure to potentially hazardous conditions and equipment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Employee may be required to climb stairs as needed to access various areas of the building. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Overtime may be necessary as work load’s dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.

Work Environments: Job requires dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing, pre-employment physical and background checks.