Sign Fabricator/Welder

Signarama Louisville (East), KY; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Free food & snacks

Paid time off

Job summary

Signarama Louisville (East), KY is seeking an experienced Sign Fabricator/Welder to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on fabricating custom commercial signage from aluminum, steel, and other materials using shop drawings and production specifications.

The ideal candidate brings welding and metal fabrication skills, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced sign manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous welding and metal fabrication experience required.
• Sign fabrication experience strongly preferred.
• Experience MIG welding aluminum and steel.
• Ability to read shop drawings and accurately use tape measures and other measuring tools.
• Experience with common metal fabrication equipment and power tools.
• Strong mechanical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and ability to meet production deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain an organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate commercial signs, sign cabinets, channel letters, raceways, mounting structures, frames, and other custom sign components.
• MIG weld aluminum and steel.
• Read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication drawings, measurements, and work orders.
• Cut, bend, grind, drill, weld, and assemble aluminum and steel components.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including saws, grinders, drills, shears, brakes, welders, and other shop equipment.
• Lay out projects accurately from drawings and specifications.
• Build sign cabinets and structural frames square, level, and to required dimensions.
• Fabricate mounting brackets, poles, supports, and miscellaneous sign components.
• Perform finishing and cleanup of welded components, including grinding and preparing surfaces for paint.
• Inspect completed work for proper dimensions, appearance, structural integrity, and overall quality.
• Work closely with production, design, paint, electrical, and installation departments.
• Identify fabrication problems and help develop practical solutions.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Keep fabrication and welding areas clean and organized.
• Follow company safety procedures and proper welding and fabrication practices.
• Complete projects according to established production schedules.

Skills

Welding

Metal fabrication

Reading shop drawings

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety-conscious

Tools

MIG welding

Fabrication equipment

Tape measures

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Free food & snacks
• Paid time off

Sign Fabricator / Welder

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Sign Manufacturing / Fabrication

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Sign Fabricator / Welder to join our manufacturing team. This position is responsible for fabricating custom commercial signage from aluminum, steel, and other materials using shop drawings and production specifications.

The ideal candidate has strong welding and metal fabrication skills, takes pride in quality workmanship, and can work efficiently in a fast-paced sign manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate commercial signs, sign cabinets, channel letters, raceways, mounting structures, frames, and other custom sign components.
• MIG weld aluminum and steel.
• Read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication drawings, measurements, and work orders.
• Cut, bend, grind, drill, weld, and assemble aluminum and steel components.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including saws, grinders, drills, shears, brakes, welders, and other shop equipment.
• Lay out projects accurately from drawings and specifications.
• Build sign cabinets and structural frames square, level, and to required dimensions.
• Fabricate mounting brackets, poles, supports, and miscellaneous sign components.
• Perform finishing and cleanup of welded components, including grinding and preparing surfaces for paint.
• Inspect completed work for proper dimensions, appearance, structural integrity, and overall quality.
• Work closely with production, design, paint, electrical, and installation departments.
• Identify fabrication problems and help develop practical solutions.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Keep fabrication and welding areas clean and organized.
• Follow company safety procedures and proper welding and fabrication practices.
• Complete projects according to established production schedules.

Qualifications

• Previous welding and metal fabrication experience required.
• Sign fabrication experience strongly preferred.
• Experience MIG welding aluminum and steel.
• Ability to read shop drawings and accurately use tape measures and other measuring tools.
• Experience with common metal fabrication equipment and power tools.
• Strong mechanical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and ability to meet production deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain an organized work area.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50-75 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Ability to safely handle sheet metal, structural aluminum, steel, and fabricated sign components.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing/shop environment.

What We're Looking For

We want someone who takes pride in building things correctly the first time. The right candidate understands that quality fabrication is the foundation of a quality sign. We are looking for a team member who is dependable, productive, safety-conscious, and committed to excellent workmanship.

Pay: Competitive and based on experience.

Schedule: Full-Time

Experience: Welding/fabrication experience required; commercial sign fabrication experience is a major plus.