Senior Metal Fabricator – CNC/Lead Technician

Tremco CPG Inc.; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Company pension plan

Performance bonus

Continuing education

Job summary

Tremco Construction Products Group in Coppell, TX is seeking a Fabricator – Metal Level III to read shop drawings, safely operate machinery, and form metal profiles into high‑quality parts. You will lead a team, set up equipment, interpret drawings, and optimize processes to improve quality and throughput.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex issues, mentoring Level I/II Fabricators, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining safe work practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 4+ years of metal fabrication/manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities and assign work within the team to safely manufacture and produce metal parts.
• Serve as a technical resource for Fabricators and provide guidance on complex fabrication processes.
• Independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot multiple types of fabrication machinery.
• Interpret complex drawings, specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing requirements.
• Determine the most efficient sequence of operations for complex fabrication jobs.
• Optimize machine settings, tooling, and processes to improve quality, productivity, and material utilization.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment, tooling, dimensional, and production issues.
• Make advanced machine adjustments to correct quality and dimensional problems.
• Perform complex first-piece and in-process inspections and validate finished products against specifications.
• Identify root causes of recurring quality or production issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist supervisors and engineering with process improvements, new product introductions, and equipment trials.
• Help develop and improve standard work instructions, setup procedures, and fabrication processes.
• Train, coach, and mentor Level I and Level II Fabricators.
• Provide hands‑on support during difficult setups, changeovers, and production challenges.
• Monitor production flow and communicate potential delays, material shortages, equipment issues, or quality concerns to leadership.
• Assist with determining appropriate tooling, equipment, and process requirements for new or modified products.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, scrap reduction, and efficiency.
• Conduct or assist with equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs before failures occur.
• Promote safe work practices and serve as a role model for safety and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records and ensure required documentation is completed.
• Consistently perform at an advanced level with minimal supervision.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Tape measurements

Metal properties understanding

Brake press

CNC

Manual bending machinery

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Brake press

Manual bending equipment

Job description

Tremco Construction Products Group in Coppell, TX is seeking a Fabricator – Metal Level III to read shop drawings, safely operate machinery, and form metal profiles into high‑quality parts. You will lead a team, set up equipment, interpret drawings, and optimize processes to improve quality and throughput.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex issues, mentoring Level I/II Fabricators, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining safe work practices.