Lead Fabricator - Hands-on CAD, CNC & Team Lead

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

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.