Lead Rebar Fabricator

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Job Summary

Responsible for performing senior level fabrication operations and supporting management by acting as the operational first line of assistance for associates. Provide customized products to customer specifications.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• •Coaches and trains fabrication associates on the proper execution of duties. Exhibits detailed knowledge of all fabrication machines and duties.
• •Examine specifications of the customer’s order using drawings, work orders, or blueprints to determine the characteristics of the finished item, materials to be used, and machine setup requirements.
• •Fabricate work piece as determined by work order specifications. Retrieve correct pipe of various sizes and classifications from fabrication pipe yard. Perform different fabrication duties, including grooving pipe and cutting all holes for welders using a plasma cutter.
• •Examine work piece visually, by touch, or using tape rule, calipers, or gauges to ensure product meets desired standards.
• •Package for shipping. Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• •Maintains condition of work area (i.e., free of trash, product in correct location, etc.).
• •Follows company safety policies and procedures and
• •Performs other duties, as assigned.

Nature and Scope

• •Problems are typically difficult and/or high impact. Troubleshoots complex support or operational problems for junior level associates.
• •Under limited supervision, independently resolves issues and applies a variety of methods to develop customized solutions. May lead the daily operations of a department or team. Work typically involves infrequent review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process.
• •Assists with supervisory duties but does not have hiring/firing authority. Trains, delegates tasks, and reviews the work of junior level associates.

Work Environment

• •Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.
• •Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward.
• •Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas. Generally 7+ years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

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