Senior Fabricator (Union) - 2nd Shift - Carpentry

JE Dunn Construction; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skilled Trade Union benefits

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Senior Fabricator in Kansas City, MO, to produce high precision components for diverse construction projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in fabrication, design jigs and fixtures, and possess 5+ years of relevant experience.

This role involves operating both automated and manual equipment, ensuring accuracy in production, and may require lifting, working with moving equipment, and adherence to safety standards. Join a team that values diversity, teamwork, and skill development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 5+ years' experience in construction, manufacturing, or fabrication.
• Apprentice or vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce components for construction projects.
• Design jigs and fixtures for production.
• Lead a small production team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical/Trade training

Tools

Automated shop equipment

Manual shop equipment

Job description

Role Summary

The Senior Fabricator will produce components for multiple construction project types, including high level precision components and for multiple construction project types. The Senior Fabricator will design and build jigs and fixtures to create repeatable parts. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy and Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
• Career Path: Prefabrication Foreman

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

PREFABRICATION FAMILY – CORE

• Operates a variety of automated equipment, uses cut list to produce specific sized material.
• Operates manual shop equipment; uses cut list to make repeatable parts.
• Applies basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) to production activities, such as cutting parts to size or putting multiple parts together in an assembly.
• Collects multiple components cut to specific sizes and assembles together for an end product.
• Packages and loads cut materials and assemblies for transport to project sites.
• Responsible for accurately reading and understanding a tape measure.
• Responsible for cleaning up the shop, shop equipment, and common areas.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

SENIOR FABRICATOR

In Addition, This Position Will Be Responsible For

• Sets up both automated and manual shop equipment for new operations.
• Sets up jigs and fixtures to produce repeatable parts.
• Uses measuring and marking devices to lay out parts and pieces for fabrication.
• Responsible for reading and understanding shop drawings, construction drawings, and other drawings applicable to production activities.
• Designs and builds jigs and fixtures to produce repeatable parts.
• Programs automated equipment that will be used to produce complex repeatable parts.
• Applies basic trigonometry to production activities, such as the ability to determine an angle from given measurements.
• Directs and leads tasks for a small production team.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to follow-up on inquiries in a timely manner
• Ability to identify common construction materials and shop equipment
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Apprentice and/or Vocational/Technical/Trade training (Preferred)
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 5+ years commercial construction, manufacturing, or fabrication shop experience (Preferred)

Working Environment

• Must be able to lift at least to 50 pounds
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Maintenance facility environment, may be exposed to varying temperatures, moving equipment, noise and exhaust fumes
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet business needs
• May require working overtime as needed
• Must have reliable transportation
• May require use of respirator
• Must be comfortable working at projected heights and narrow workspace
• Specific environmental and physical requirements may vary by task
• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Kneeling, Carrying, Swinging, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Balancing
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Skilled Trade Union. Please click the link below for more details.

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This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [e-mail].