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Job Description
FABRICAT-Fabricator Colorado Floor Company Arvada, CO Job Details $22 - $32 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Fabrication Grinders Power saws Blueprint specification interpretation Coaching Equipment troubleshooting Team development Team training Mentoring Leading team collaboration initiatives Managing manufacturing teams Technical training Technical troubleshooting support Cutting machines Building materials production team management Polishing Machine finishing Technical Proficiency Team building Full Job Description
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Lead Fabricator is responsible for leading daily fabrication operations while actively participating in the fabrication, finishing, and quality inspection of natural and engineered stone products. This position serves as the technical lead within the fabrication department, ensuring production schedules, quality standards, safety requirements, and operational goals are achieved. The Lead Fabricator provides training, guidance, and support to team members while promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead daily fabrication activities to ensure production schedules and customer commitments are met. Perform all Fabricator duties, including cutting, shaping, polishing, finishing, and inspecting stone products. Operate and troubleshoot bridge saws, CNC equipment, routers, polishers, grinders, and other fabrication machinery. Coordinate workflow and job prioritization to maximize productivity and efficiency. Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to Fabricators and Fabricator Helpers. Monitor workmanship and ensure products meet company quality standards and customer specifications. Conduct final quality inspections prior to staging, shipment, or installation. Identify production issues, material defects, equipment concerns, and process inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions. Promote and enforce safe work practices, proper material handling procedures, and PPE requirements. Assist with inventory management, material utilization, and waste reduction efforts. Collaborate with Manufacturing Management, Scheduling, and Installation teams to ensure smooth workflow and communication. Assist with equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance activities, and troubleshooting production equipment. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction. Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment. Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 3-5 years of stone fabrication, countertop manufacturing, or related manufacturing experience. Demonstrated leadership experience in a fabrication, manufacturing, or production environment preferred. Advanced knowledge of natural stone, quartz, porcelain, and other surfacing materials. Proficiency operating bridge saws, CNC equipment, polishers, grinders, routers, and related fabrication tools. Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, templates, blueprints, and production specifications. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship and quality. Ability to effectively train, coach, and develop team members. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Ability to work safely around heavy equipment, machinery, and large stone materials. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Manufacturing and fabrication shop environment. Frequent exposure to dust, noise, water, and moving machinery. May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear. Frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, and material handling throughout the workday.
LEADERSHIP EXPECATIONS
Lead by example in safety, attendance, quality, productivity, and professionalism. Foster teamwork and accountability within the fabrication department. Assist management in developing team capabilities and supporting operational goals. Promote a positive work environment focused on continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
DISCLAIMER
: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice based on business needs. Employment with the Company is at will. Nothing in this job description creates an employment contract, expressed or implied, or guarantees employment for any specific duration.
Compensation:
$22-32 Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.
