Rebar Fabricator

Whitecap; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap is seeking a production-minded individual in Nashville to fabricate rebar products per work orders and customer specs. You will operate rebar fabrication equipment, inspect finished materials, and prepare shipments in a varied indoor/outdoor environment.

The role requires reading work orders, following safety procedures, and maintaining organized work areas. 0–2 years of experience and an HS Diploma or GED are preferred, with PPE usage mandatory.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Read basic work orders and rebar tags.
• Experience operating fabrication machinery.
• Forklift and/or overhead crane certification where applicable.
• Use of PPE is required.

Responsibilities

• Fabricates reinforcing steel (rebar) products according to work orders and tag specifications.
• Sets up and safely operates rebar fabrication equipment (shears, benders, automated machines).
• Stacks, bands, stages and organizes materials according to production flow.
• Inspects finished materials visually and by measurements to ensure conformance.
• Identifies defects and makes adjustments per procedures.
• Prepares completed products for shipment with protective materials.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area and proper tool storage.
• Adheres to safety policies, attends safety training, and reports hazards.
• Work performed indoors and outdoors, with varying weather conditions.

Skills

Read basic work orders

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Rebar fabrication equipment

Shears

Benders

Automated bending machines

Forklift certification

Overhead crane certification

Job description

A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

Job Summary

Responsible for manufacturing customized rebar products in accordance with work orders, rebar tags, customer specifications, and company quality standards. This is a hands‑on, production‑focused role involving safe operation of rebar fabrication equipment, material handling, and preparation of finished products for shipment in an industrial environment.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Fabricates reinforcing steel (rebar) products according to work orders and rebar tag specifications, including bar size, bends, quantities, and dimensions.
• Sets up and safely operates rebar fabrication equipment, such as shears, benders, and automated bending machines.
• Stacks, bands, and stages, and organizes fabricated materials in accordance with production flow and supervisor direction.
• Inspects finished materials visually and through standard measurements to ensure accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Identifies defects or issues and makes necessary adjustments according to established processes.
• Prepares completed products for shipment using appropriate protective materials (bracing, padding, strapping) to prevent damage during transport.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area, ensuring proper storage of tools and materials.
• Adheres to all company safety policies and procedures, participates in required safety training, and promptly reports hazards or safety concerns.
• Performs work both indoors and outdoors, as required, and may be exposed to varying weather conditions depending on the facility.

Nature and Scope

Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor. Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor. None.

Work Environment

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment. Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes. Ability to make repetitive movements, such as using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Performs duties in an outdoor environment with regular exposure to temperature extremes, mechanical equipment, high noise levels, and airborne particulates, necessitating compliance with established safety standards and procedures.

Education and Experience

HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in rebar fabrication, manufacturing, or a related production environment.
• Ability to read basic work orders and rebar tags.
• Experience operating fabrication machinery.
• Forklift and/or overhead crane certification required, where applicable.
• Use of PPE is required.

White Cap and its affiliates serve as a one‑stop shop, providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing products, and safety products to professional contractors by meeting their distinct and customized supply needs in non‑residential, infrastructure, and residential end markets. White Cap operates approximately 500 branches across North America with more than 11,000 employees supporting approximately 200,000 customers. For more information about White Cap, visit about.whitecap.com.