Shop Laborer

Red Dot Buildings (Metal Building Systems); Athens (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, and life_ins

Career growth opportunities

Work on complex steel buildings

Job summary

Red Dot Buildings in Athens, Texas is seeking a dependable Shop Laborer to support structural steel production at our facility. You may operate plate-pulling and plate-processing equipment or a pull-through welder to assemble and weld steel components.

The role involves measuring, staging steel, and operating fabrication equipment with a focus on safety and quality. Ideal candidates have machine operation or welding experience and are eager to learn specialized equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, machine operation, welding or structural steel fabrication preferred.
• Ability to read or learn to read shop drawings and production prints.
• Ability to use tape measures accurately and follow instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn specialized fabrication equipment.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow shop drawings, production instructions and material specifications.
• Measure, position and stage structural steel components.
• Operate plate-pulling, plate-processing, pull-through welding or other fabrication equipment.
• Set up and monitor assigned machinery throughout production.
• Inspect completed components for measurements, welds and defects.
• Report equipment malfunctions and material discrepancies to supervision.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
• Support other fabrication equipment or production areas as needed.

Skills

MIG welding

Machine operation

Structural steel fabrication

Read shop drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Plate-pulling equipment

Job description

Description

Build the steel behind custom structures. Operate specialized equipment. See the results of your work.

Description

Build the steel behind custom structures. Operate specialized equipment. See the results of your work.

Red Dot Buildings is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Shop Laborer to support structural steel production at our Athens, Texas facility. This position may operate plate-pulling and plate-processing equipment or a pull-through welder used to assemble and weld steel web and flange components.

Depending on your experience, training and production needs, you may measure and stage steel, pull and process plate, operate pull-through welding equipment or support other fabrication machinery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with machine operation, welding or steel fabrication experience who enjoys hands‑on work and learning specialized equipment.

About Red Dot Buildings

For more than 60 years, Red Dot Buildings has designed and manufactured custom-engineered metal buildings. Based in Athens, Texas, Red Dot delivers complex, customized structures for commercial, educational, athletic, government, worship and specialty applications.

From design and detailing through fabrication and erection management, Red Dot’s work is built on technical expertise, teamwork, attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

What You Will Do

• Read and follow shop drawings, production instructions and material specifications
• Verify that the correct web, flange or plate material is selected for each assignment
• Measure, position and stage structural steel components
• Operate plate-pulling, plate-processing, pull-through welding or other fabrication equipment based on training and assignment
• Set up and monitor assigned machinery throughout the production process
• Use tape measures and other tools to verify material dimensions and component accuracy
• Operate overhead cranes and lifting devices to safely load, position and move steel
• Maintain proper material identification and traceability
• Inspect completed components for correct measurements, alignment, weld placement and visible defectsMake basic equipment or material adjustments within established procedures
• Report equipment malfunctions, material discrepancies and quality concerns to the lead or supervisor
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic operator-level care
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
• Support other fabrication equipment or production areas based on training and business needs

Requirements

• Previous experience in manufacturing, machine operation, welding or structural steel fabrication preferred
• At least one year of MIG welding experience preferred for pull-through welding assignments
• Ability to read or learn to read shop drawings and production prints
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn specialized fabrication equipment
• Strong attention to measurements, material identification and quality
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work safely around heavy steel and moving machinery
• Experience operating overhead cranes or lifting devices is a plus
• Ability to work independently with appropriate supervision and collaborate with the production team
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to successfully complete any required machine or welding assessment

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on your skills and experience
• Retirement contributions that grow with you
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• The chance to work on complex, custom-engineered steel buildings

Red Dot Buildings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.