Lead Stone Countertop Fabricator

About Us

We are a locally owned and operated countertop fabrication and installation company dedicated to delivering expertly customized, perfectly cut, and professionally installed countertops for residential and commercial customers. With over 10 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our craftsmanship, precision, and commitment to delivering outstanding results for our residential and commercial customers.

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Stone Countertop Fabricator to oversee daily fabrication operations for quartz, granite, quartzite, and other natural stone countertop projects. This role is responsible for ensuring fabrication quality, maintaining production efficiency, training team members, and helping coordinate workflow from slab intake through installation readiness.

The ideal candidate has strong stone fabrication experience, leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain high quality standards in a fast-paced shop environment.

Key Responsibilities

Grinding, Polishing & Edge Finishing

• Grind and polish stone surfaces and edges to STL Countertops quality standards
• Perform edge finishing and detail work using hand tools and polishing systems
• Blend seams, touch up edges, and correct minor surface imperfections
• Ensure finished pieces are clean, consistent, and ready for installation

Hand Cutouts & Fabrication Support (Non-CNC)

• Perform sink cutouts, cooktop cutouts, and faucet/fixture holes by hand
• Use templates, measurements, and job drawings to confirm accurate cutout placement
• Assist with seam preparation, glue-ups, and lamination as needed
• Identify risks in fabrication (weak areas, seam placement concerns, cutout clearance) and communicate issues early

Repairs, Rework & Problem Solving

• Repair chips, cracks, and damaged edges when possible using epoxy/resin and polishing methods
• Troubleshoot fabrication or installation issues and support corrective actions
• Perform rework to correct quality concerns prior to delivery/install
• Assist with warranty and punch-list items when needed

Measuring & Field Support (As Needed)

• Occasionally travel to job sites to take measurements or verify fit conditions
• Confirm sink locations, overhangs, corners, and wall conditions for accuracy
• Communicate field conditions that impact fabrication (out-of-square walls, tight clearances, seam limitations)

Forklift & Material Handling

• Operate forklift to unload slabs, move material, and support daily shop workflow
• Safely load/unload finished jobs for delivery and installation
• Move stone using A-frames, carts, clamps, and proper lifting techniques
• Keep jobs organized so all pieces stay together and are clearly labeled

Shop Organization & Production Support

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Support shop efficiency by staging materials and keeping the production flow moving
• Follow job packets and ensure parts match the correct job before release
• Assist other team members as needed to hit production deadlines

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience grinding and polishing stone countertops (granite/quartz/quartzite/marble)
• Ability to perform sink cutouts and cutouts for cooktops/fixtures
• Forklift experience preferred (or ability to be trained quickly)
• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused workmanship
• Ability to read and follow measurements, templates, and job drawings
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work efficiently in a production environment
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical work throughout the day

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of stone countertop fabrication experience preferred
• Leadership or lead fabricator experience preferred
• Strong understanding of quartz, granite, quartzite, and natural stone fabrication
• Ability to read shop drawings and measurements accurately
• High attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to safely lift heavy materials and work in a physical environment
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Reliable attendance and professional attitude

Tools & Equipment Used

• Hand grinders and polishers
• Polishing pads, profiling wheels, diamond blades, core bits
• Templates and measuring tools
• Epoxy/resin and repair materials
• Forklift, carts, A-frames, lifting clamps (as applicable)

Safety Requirements

• Follow all STL Countertops safety policies and procedures
• Proper PPE required (eye protection, hearing protection, respirator/dust mask, gloves, steel toe footwear as needed)
• Maintain safe practices when handling heavy stone and operating power tools
• Keep work area clean to prevent slips, trips, and damage to material

Performance Expectations (What Success Looks Like)

• Produces consistent, high-quality polish and edge finishes
• Cutouts are accurate, clean, and placed correctly with minimal rework
• Repairs are completed professionally and match surrounding finish
• Material is handled safely with minimal damage and downtime
• Communicates issues early and helps solve problems without delays
• Supports the team in meeting production and install schedules

Preferred Skills

• Basic carpentry knowledge for jobsite adjustments and problem-solving.
• Ability to finish edges, seams, and polish stone to customer standards.
• Experience training junior installers or helpers.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience (with potential overtime).
• Opportunities for advancement as our company expands.
• Supportive, team-focused work environment.
• Consistent work schedule with local/regional jobs (minimal travel).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30