Lead Fabricator

Surge Staffing; Norwalk (OH); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

Surge Staffing is seeking an experienced Lead Fabricator to join our manufacturing team in Norwalk, OH. This hands‑on leadership role will review drawings, operate a CNC plasma table, and fabricate metal components, ensuring parts are produced accurately and safely.

The ideal candidate reads 2D and 3D CAD drawings, leads by example, and coaches junior fabricators while maintaining a safe, organized shop environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient reading and interpreting 2D CAD drawings.
• Proficient reading and interpreting 3D CAD drawings.
• Experience operating fabrication shop equipment.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred.
• Ability to lead and coach other fabricators.

Responsibilities

• Review 2D and 3D drawings to ensure parts are fabricated to specifications.
• Operate a CNC plasma cutting table.
• Perform metal fabrication and related shop duties as needed.
• Coach and train lower-level fabricators on proper work procedures and techniques.
• Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to the fabrication team.
• Inspect work for accuracy and quality.
• Ensure safety procedures and PPE usage are followed.

Job description

Lead Fabricator

Pay: $30/hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lead Fabricator to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for reviewing drawings, operating a CNC plasma table, fabricating metal components, and ensuring parts are produced accurately and safely.

The ideal candidate has strong metal fabrication experience, can confidently read 2D and 3D CAD drawings, and can lead by example while coaching and training lower-level fabricators.

Responsibilities

• Review 2D and 3D drawings to ensure parts are fabricated to specifications
• Operate a CNC plasma cutting table
• Perform metal fabrication and related shop duties as needed
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move materials
• Coach and train lower-level fabricators on proper work procedures and techniques
• Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to the fabrication team
• Ensure company policies, procedures, quality standards, and production requirements are followed
• Perform light supervisory duties and lead staff by example
• Inspect work for accuracy and quality
• Follow all safety procedures and ensure team members do the same
• Ensure proper use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow Lockout/Tagout and other applicable safety procedures

Qualifications

• Previous experience in metal fabrication
• Proficiency reading and interpreting 2D and 3D CAD drawings
• Experience operating fabrication shop equipment
• CNC plasma table experience preferred
• Previous forklift and overhead crane experience preferred
• Ability to professionally lead and coach other employees
• Comfortable handling light supervisory responsibilities
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve fabrication-related issues
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety

Overhead Crane Requirements

• EMH 5-ton overhead crane
• Materials include steel plate up to 3/8" x 48" x 117"
• Average material weight: approximately 600 lbs.
• Maximum lift: approximately 1,000 lbs.
• Typical lift height: approximately 5 feet
• Loads are not lifted over employees or active work areas
• Crane training is provided before employees are permitted to operate the equipment
• Crane training records are maintained
• Annual certified crane inspections are performed

Safety & Training

• Site-specific Lockout/Tagout training is provided
• Crane training is required before operating the crane
• Safety training and verification are maintained by the employer
• Employees are required to follow all PPE and workplace safety requirements
• No live electrical exposure is associated with this position

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay: $30/hour, depending on experience

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