Fabrication Shop Lead — CNC Laser & Brake Pro

National Products Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

National Products Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Shop Lead to set up, operate CNC laser cutting, press brake, and related equipment.

You will guide junior team members, verify parts meet GD&T specifications, and keep a safe, organized 5S workplace while ensuring quality and on-time production. The role requires prior CNC laser cutting or brake press experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read drawings and work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Experience reading drawings, work orders, and GD&T basics.
• Experience mentoring or leading others in a fabrication setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC laser cutting equipment for sheet metal and tubing.
• Set up and operate CNC press brake and other fabrication machinery as trained.
• Read and interpret work orders, drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Mentor junior personnel in the fabrication shop and ensure safety.
• Maintain organized 5S work area and support material handling.
• Troubleshoot basic machine issues and escalate complex problems.

Skills

CNC laser cutting

CNC press brake

Reading technical drawings

First-piece and in-process inspection

Mentoring / leadership

Lean manufacturing / 5S awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Measurement gauges

Machine-control software

Job description

National Products Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Shop Lead to set up, operate CNC laser cutting, press brake, and related equipment.

You will guide junior team members, verify parts meet GD&T specifications, and keep a safe, organized 5S workplace while ensuring quality and on-time production. The role requires prior CNC laser cutting or brake press experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read drawings and work orders.