Fabrication Lead: Laser, CNC & Cutting Operations

DECKED; Defiance (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k with match

Paid parental leave

Wellness program

Job summary

DECKED in Defiance, OH is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor to lead daily operations of the fabrication department, including laser welding, 2D fiber laser cutting, and CNC machining. You will direct and develop the fabrication team, ensure on-time delivery, enforce safety standards, and collaborate with Engineering on new products.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with the listed processes, can set up, program, or troubleshoot equipment, and will coach staff, manage attendance, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years fabrication experience, including 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Hands-on experience with laser welding systems, setup, parameter development, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience operating and programming 2D fiber laser cutting systems.
• Working knowledge of CNC machining, including setups and program editing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, GD&T, and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and direct fabrication team members to meet daily production goals and delivery commitments.
• Oversee laser welding operations, including parameter setup, fixturing, joint preparation, and weld quality verification.
• Oversee 2D fiber laser cutting operations, including program review, nesting, material utilization, and machine setup for various materials and thicknesses.
• Oversee CNC machining operations, including setups, tooling selection, offsets, program edits, and first-article inspection.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, GD&T callouts, and welding symbols, and ensure the team builds to print.
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members, and develop cross-training plans to build skill depth across all equipment.
• Partner with Quality to investigate defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Laser welding

CNC programming

Reading blueprints

GD&T

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification in manufacturing/welding

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Robotic welding automation

Job description

DECKED in Defiance, OH is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor to lead daily operations of the fabrication department, including laser welding, 2D fiber laser cutting, and CNC machining. You will direct and develop the fabrication team, ensure on-time delivery, enforce safety standards, and collaborate with Engineering on new products.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with the listed processes, can set up, program, or troubleshoot equipment, and will coach staff, manage attendance, and