Lead Fabricator- ACE

Ace Sanitary; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Ace Sanitary in Ohio is seeking a Lead Fabricator to join our manufacturing team. This hands-on leadership role coordinates daily fabrication activities, assembles hose systems, and ensures safety, quality, and on-time production.

You will train teammates, monitor progress, document required data, and collaborate with other departments to resolve issues. The position is full-time, on-site, with a competitive hourly wage and a focus on lean, GMP and ISO-compliant practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years manufacturing experience in fabrication, hose assembly, or related production.
• Experience as lead, trainer, or coach preferred.
• Experience in Lean, GMP, ISO, FDA, or regulated environment preferred.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead fabricator duties: select fittings, cut and label hose, assemble and crimp, test, and record data.
• Provide hands-on leadership to help safety, quality, productivity, and delivery goals.
• Assign and prioritize work, track progress, and communicate workflow needs.
• Train team members on fabrication processes, equipment, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory standards; address quality concerns.
• Troubleshoot routine production issues and coordinate with supervisors and Quality.
• Promote accurate data entry and complete production/testing records.
• Support cross-department collaboration and assist with additional production duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team training

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Data entry accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Calipers

Tape measure

Forklift experience

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Lead Fabricator

The Lead Fabricator is a hands-on working lead who helps coordinate daily fabrication activities while building hose assemblies alongside the team. You'll support the Operations Supervisor by organizing workflow, training team members, monitoring quality and productivity, and helping maintain a safe, efficient work environment.

What You'll Do

• Perform Fabricator duties, including selecting fittings, cutting and labeling hose, assembling and crimping hose and fittings, testing completed assemblies, and recording required data.
• Provide positive, hands-on day-to-day leadership and help the team meet safety, quality, accuracy, productivity, and delivery expectations.
• Support the Operations Supervisor with assigning and prioritizing work, tracking progress, and communicating workflow needs or production constraints.
• Train and cross-train team members on fabrication processes, equipment, work instructions, quality requirements, and safe work practices.
• Reinforce company, customer, and regulatory standards, and promptly address or escalates quality concerns.
• Troubleshoot routine production issues and coordinate with the Operations Supervisor, Quality, and other departments when additional support is needed.
• Promote accurate data entry and complete production and testing records.
• Champion safety, company culture, and ethics. Reinforce good housekeeping and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments, support cross-training, and help with other production duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of manufacturing experience, including fabrication, hose assembly, or similar production work.
• Prior experience as a lead, trainer, or peer coach preferred.
• Experience in a Lean, GMP, ISO, FDA, or other regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Positive leadership skills and the ability to train, coach, and support team members.
• Strong verbal communication, listening, and interpersonal skills, with a team-oriented approach.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes, production workflow, and safe work practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate data entry.
• Ability to take initiative, solve routine problems, organize work, and meet deadlines.
• Basic math skills and the ability to use a calculator.
• Ability to use hand tools and standard calipers, and read a tape measure to 1/16 of an inch.
• Ability to use or learn basic computer systems, including ERP, email, and Microsoft applications.
• Good manual dexterity.

How We Work Together

• Help create strong communication and a healthy work environment.
• Communicate positively and professionally with all employees, and listen respectfully to team members' concerns and ideas.
• Support and participate in company functions.
• Respect confidentiality and embody the company values of Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Physical Requirements

• Safely move throughout a manufacturing environment.
• Stand and walk for extended periods, with some bending and stooping.
• Use manufacturing tools and equipment, as well as basic computer and office equipment.
• Lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Salary Range: $25-$27 hourly (+5% shift differential)

Attendance Requirements: Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.

Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, as required by applicable law.

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Second

Position Lead Fabricator- ACE

Division Ace Sanitary

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location Ace Sanitary Holdings

This position is currently accepting applications.