Fabrication Lead: Laser, Turret Punch & Brake

Mestek Machinery; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mestek Machinery in Dallas, TX seeks a Fabrication Leadman II to drive daily fabrication operations across sheet management, lasers, and press brakes. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time production while coaching a team and coordinating with engineering and production planning.

Strong leadership, hands-on tooling knowledge, and the ability to read drawings are essential for improving throughput and reducing downtime.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in metal fabrication leadership present.
• Proficient with fiber optic laser cutting, Amada turret punch presses, and press brake operation.
• Strong troubleshooting and machine programming skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, BOMs, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and WIP tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily execution of fabrication operations including sheet management, shears, fiber lasers, CNC turret punches, and press brakes.
• Drive production output to meet build schedules and customer delivery requirements.
• Assign work and balance labor across the team to maintain workflow and efficiency.
• Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and take immediate action to maintain flow.
• Coordinate fabrication priorities to support downstream production requirements.
• Escalate material shortages, engineering issues, equipment concerns, and production risks in a timely manner.
• Provide real-time direction, coaching, and accountability to fabrication team members.
• Set clear expectations for performance, quality, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Blueprints reading

Excel basics

Production planning

Tools

Fiber optic laser cutting

Amada turret punches

Press brake operation

ERP systems

WIP tracking tools

Job description

Mestek Machinery in Dallas, TX seeks a Fabrication Leadman II to drive daily fabrication operations across sheet management, lasers, and press brakes. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time production while coaching a team and coordinating with engineering and production planning.

Strong leadership, hands-on tooling knowledge, and the ability to read drawings are essential for improving throughput and reducing downtime.