What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Fabricator position at Total Security Solutions Inc.?
Production Fabricator
Build with Purpose. Protect with Precision.
At Total Security Solutions, we don’t just manufacture products; we build life-saving barriers that protect people and property.
We’re looking for a Production Fabricator who takes pride in their craft and wants to work in a shop where the details actually matter.
If you have a background in carpentry and enjoy working with a mix of materials like wood, glass, and aluminum, this is the role for you.
Primary Responsibilities
- Fabrication & Assembly: Manufacture and assemble custom components including cabinets, trims, moldings, bullet-resistant doors, and glass panels.
- Precision Cutting: Accurately measure and cut materials using calipers, tape measures, and precision instruments to meet blueprint specifications.
- Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain a variety of shop tools including upcut saws, drills, impacts, CNC machines, grinders, polishers, and routers.
- Finishing Work: Sand, shape, and finish wood surfaces; perform edgework on glass (seaming, beveling, polishing); and apply laminates or protective films using appropriate adhesives.
- Quality Control: Inspect completed work for defects, chips, or flaws, and make necessary adjustments to ensure all products meet TSS quality standards.
- Shop Maintenance: Maintain an organized workspace using 5S methodology and manage inventory control for materials.
- Material Handling: Safely load, unload, and transport heavy materials and finished products using lifting equipment, suction cups, and dollies. May require training and certification of using powered industrial equipment such as Hi-Low, Combi-lift, etc.)
Required Skills & Competencies
- Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, project drawings, and technical specifications.
- Mathematical Proficiency: Strong basic math skills and the ability to read precise measurements.
- Manual Dexterity: Proven carpentry or fabrication skills, including experience with mitered cuts, jigs, and fixtures.
- Adaptability: Ability to focus on multiple tasks at once and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Technology: Comfortable with technology and a willingness to learn new software systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience: 5 years of carpentry or industrial fabrication experience preferred.
- CNC Knowledge: Knowledge of CNC machine operation/programming and MasterCAM software.
- Specialized Materials: Familiarity with aluminum extrusion assembly or materials like Formica and Corian.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Lifting: Must be able to lift and handle a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Safety: Employees are required to wear safety glasses and safety shoes at all times in production areas.
- Environment: This role takes place in a manufacturing floor environment involving specialized shop machinery and standard office equipment.
Total Security Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer with leadership and a culture that supports diversity and inclusion.