What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Metal Fabricator position at Argent Fabrication?
Lead Fabricator
Argent Fabrication is an Architectural Metal Fabrication company in Seattle, WA. Renowned nationally, we specialize in custom architectural metal, kinetic architectural and produce the TK Collection in partnership with Olson Kundig.
Role Summary:
A lead fabricator has expertise in fabrication and installation techniques required to execute any project. They have a good working knowledge of the finishing process and can coordinate material prep and sequencing with the finishing department. Lead fabricators work directly with project managers, site superintendents and clients to coordinate jobsite logistics. Throughout the production process, lead fabricators are responsible for teaching fabricators proper tool usage, fabrication strategies/techniques, and managing/delegating work to fabricators.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Project Manager and/or contractors to discuss means and methods for all aspects of project scope.
- Lead fabrication of projects in the shop – coordinating approach and schedule with Project Manager and directing team members when required.
- Lead installations, tying in with the Project Manager and site superintendents to understand logistics, guiding team members and ensuring the correct tools, hardware and materials have been delivered onsite.
- Mentor team members on means and methods of fabrication/installation while ensuring quality standards and project costs are considered throughout.
- Awareness of project cost and being conscious of time and materials spent.
- Maintain quality control throughout the project.
- Perform standard finishing techniques on fabricated pieces, when required.
- Ensure that scopes are packed and crated correctly, when required.
- Safety advocate – leading the safety standards, company policies, and procedures
Candidate Requirements:
- Ability to read and interpret architectural & shop drawings.
- Ability to take accurate field dimensions and create accurate templates for fabrication.
- MIG and TIG welding experience required, Dual Sheild and Stick a plus.
- WABO or AWS welding certification required.
- Be able to effectively communicate progress, feedback and concerns.
- Work well on projects both independently and with members of the team.
- Familiar with lathe & milling machine.
- Understanding of internal and external processes, lead times and costs associated.
- Safety awareness – understand and follow safety protocols and procedures.
- Ability to travel as necessary.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $47.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Welding: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $48